Big city Quote by K. L. Burrell
““Was it possible to have an apartment sprayed for evil spirits like one would for bugs, or set up traps like for those big, city rats?””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Urban Folklore, K. L. Burrell, 2015
People imagine extreme protective measures for homes, likening them to pest control.
In simple terms: People think of extreme home protection.
Key Takeaway
Consider realistic safety measures.
Themes
culture
superstition
urban life
Mood
curious
skeptical
Type
anthropological
conversational
When to use this quote
- home security planning
- mental health
- cultural study
Key Concepts
fear of unseen threats
protective rituals
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you rely on superstition for safety?
- What practical steps are better?
A Different Perspective
Such beliefs may cause unnecessary fear or expense.
![“. . . [T]hese [ideas] are only suggestions of the evil spirit who, to jeopardize your salvation, suggests to you extraordinary works that are beyond your strength, under the fine pretext of practicing, on your own, the spiritual and corporal works of mercy . . .” quote by Vincent de Paul](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/0d4/vincent-de-paul-1676_evil_t-hese-ideas-are-only-suggestions-of-the_237589.jpg)
