"Shetan" is a message to the entire community. Al-Qawasmi states, "He tried to stay away from love and separation stories and focus on a real societal issue we see in our daily lives."

The key ideas presented in "Shetan" emphasize how parents wrong their children with their actions in moments of anger or sadness, making children bear the consequences of parental mistakes, and the greater injustice occurs when parents decide to separate.

Al-Qawasmi also explores how the eldest child often bears the responsibility of these decisions. The narrative delves into the psychological impact on children, highlighting their distress as parents seek personal comfort. The protagonist, Tareq, shares his struggles in the absence of his father, seeking affection from those around him, while trying to be a father figure to his sisters before being their brother.