Crossings Quote by Karen Marie Moning
“Nuns? They'd take one look at Barrons and decide the devil himself had come knockng. He not only looked dangerous, he emanated something that made even me feel like crossing myself sometimes, and I'm not religious.”
About This Quote
A vivid description of a character whose appearance evokes strong, unsettling religious fear.
In simple terms: Appearance triggers intense fear of evil.
Key Takeaway
Beware of judging based on looks alone.
Themes
fear
religion
perception
evil
psychology
Mood
anxious
intense
critical
Type
narrative
descriptive
When to use this quote
- encountering strangers
- first impressions
- religious settings
- personal anxiety
Key Concepts
demonology
social judgment
psychic discomfort
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions do we make about others?
- How can we separate appearance from intent?
A Different Perspective
Fear may stem from personal bias rather than actual threat.
