Supernatural: 10 Castiel Quotes We Can All Relate To
Castiel has been many things throughout his time on Supernatural, from a determined angel of the Lord, to a rebel with a cause, to a beaten down human, and everything in between. With all of these roles, sometimes as a friend, sometimes as a foe, sometimes funny, sometimes serious, Cas has been through it all.
And despite many of his adventures happening on an epic scale, involving demons, monsters, and the devil himself, at the heart of Castiel has always been a very human story with a deep heart, leaving many of his one-liners resonating in the minds of fans.
Here are 10 Castiel quotes we can all relate to.
10 "You should show me some respect"
Who among us has not longed to say this to someone? Cas pulling rank early on in their relationship and reminding Dean that he isn't someone to trifle with is one of the most relatable lines that has ever crossed between them.
Even though Castiel is coming from the perspective of a powerful emissary of God, the underlying message works for pretty much everyone out there. If someone oversteps their boundaries, it is important to remind them that respect is the key. Castiel is no doormat and won't allow himself to be treated like one, a great lesson for one and all.
9 "I found a liquor store… And I drank it"
Well, that really says it all in a nutshell. While most Supernatural fans aren't drinking to forget matters of world-ending disaster or their fall from heaven's grace, there's nothing more human, or relatable than being so lost the only recourse available seems to be drinking a whole liquor store.
Needless to say, actually following Cas's example goes highly unrecommended for humans and angels alike, but the sentiment is definitely one that permeates. Sometimes, when all hope is lost, there seems to be no way forward, but much like the Winchesters and Cas often remember in the end, reaching out to family and friends often helps to adjust that perspective. Just remember never to challenge an angel to a drinking game.
8 "I don’t understand that reference"
There's nothing worse than failing to understand a series of winding pop cultural references, whether you're experiencing earth for the very first time or you just haven't seen that movie yet.
Castiel's exasperated snap at the hundredth of Dean's quips marks a line that's sure to strike home with many of the viewers. A little awkward, a little frustrated, and a lot satisfying for those who know exactly how Castiel feels, this line is sure to be one that's quoted over and over again.
7 "This is a vessel. My true form is approximately the size of your Chrysler building"
For Castiel, this quote might just be a statement of fact, another strangeness of his angel anatomy, but even for the average human, it works pretty well too. Angels might have literal vessels, but every single person has their "human vessel" aka body to contend with, which has contained within it something much, much more.
It's a great reminder that it's what's on the inside that counts regardless of what the external might suggest. Whether it's going toe to toe with the supernatural or just making it through another day it's the stuff of the soul which makes the difference, and who could know that better than Castiel?
6 "Am I doing the right thing? Am I on the right path?"
It's not always an easy journey for Castiel, and though his choices are not always the correct ones, his motivations are always pure. After all, it's no easy feat becoming a human with free will and choices, and though it's new to Castiel, for the humans watching, this theme is incredibly meaningful.
No single person knows if their actions are the right ones, if the decisions they are making will bring the outcomes they hope for, and this line, delivered by Castiel in a time of great need, throws all of that into sharp relief.
5 "I’m hunted, I rebelled, and I did it, all of it, for you"
Everyone has their ride-or-die friends, or, as the case may be according to many Supernatural fans, much more than friends. Certainly, this resonant quote from Castiel is one people might apply to their closest relationships, whatever form they take.
The sheer desperation and strength of emotion in the words really digs deep, making fans think about their own loved ones and what they might do for them if they were in need... Even if it is not literally going against the will of heaven.
4 "Jam I found unsettling"
On a lighter note, Castiel is right to point out that there's nothing better than a good peanut butter and jelly sandwich. While the semantics of the jelly versus jam or grape vs. strawberry debates might be a topic of hot debate, the spirit of the quote applies to, basically, everyone.
What could be a more delightful part of being human than getting to indulge in a good peanut butter and jelly? Castiel knows how to think about and enjoy the simple things, and if an angel can take time out of starting/preventing the apocalypse, anyone can!
3 "You don't have to be ruled by fate"
For Castiel, this idea is a revelation, but it's an excellent universal reminder as well. Sometimes it feels like life is following an unchangeable script, and there's nothing to do but accept what is doled out, but that's not the case in any universe.
Much like Castiel does, it is important to look around and remember that freedom is valuable, that it must be fought for, and that there is no greater importance than protecting one's ability to write a unique story.
Choosing freedom mean choosing joy and that should always be fiercely defended.
2 "Now I realize that there is no righteous path"
Similarly to his thoughts on freedom, Castiel's view on "good" is extremely resonant ("It's just people trying to do their best in a world where it's far too easy to do your worst"). Much like Castiel, people are often going to make the wrong choices. There's no one right way or one way to be righteous, what's important is to try hard and to not get consumed by choices that could be harmful.
For Castiel, this path meant straying from what he knew for his entire existence, listening to what was in his heart, and choosing to protect the family he found, versus simply falling to obedience. Even though there were trials and tribulations among that path, he's always done his best, and that's what makes him righteous and such an appealing character.
1 "My 'people skills' are 'rusty'"
People, it must be said, can be difficult. Certainly, for an otherworldly creature like Castiel, the nuance of human engagement can be tiring, but this isn't a solely angel issue and it's one most people know too well.
Castiel punctuates the utterance of this specific line with air quotes gone awry, and if that isn't a relatable issue to have, it's certainly hard to think of what is. Fortunately, for humans and angels alike, practice makes perfect.