--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Because even if we're strange and Cursed…" description: "\"“Because even if we're strange and Cursed and Beasts, the people Above are monsters.”\" — Leah Bobet" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f68/leah-bobet-37719_above_because-even-if-we-re-strange-and-cursed_146350.jpg" --- # Because even if we're strange and Cursed and Beasts, the… ![“Because even if we're strange and Cursed and Beasts, the people Above are monsters.” quote by Leah Bobet](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f68/leah-bobet-37719_above_because-even-if-we-re-strange-and-cursed_146350.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f68/leah-bobet-37719_above_because-even-if-we-re-strange-and-cursed_146350.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f68/leah-bobet-37719_above_because-even-if-we-re-strange-and-cursed_146350.jpg) > ““Because even if we're strange and Cursed and Beasts, the people Above are monsters.”” [Leah Bobet](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/leah-bobet/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Even if humanity is flawed and cursed, those in higher positions may be monstrous, suggesting a critique of authority and moral hierarchy. **In simple terms:** Even flawed people can be monstrous above. Key Takeaway Question authority’s morality. Themes authority morality humanity flaws power Mood critical thoughtful Type philosophical political When to use this quote - examining leadership - challenging power structures - ethical debates Key Concepts philosophical critique social hierarchy ethical reflection Questions to Reflect On - What defines a monster in power? - How can we hold leaders accountable? 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