Quote by George Orwell

The aim of a joke is not to degrade the human being but to remind him that he is already degraded.

The aim of a joke is not to degrade the human being but to r

Summary

This quote suggests that the purpose of a joke is not to belittle or demean others, but to serve as a reminder that humanity is already flawed or imperfect. It implies that jokes bring attention to our shared weaknesses, absurdities, or shortcomings. Rather than intentionally demeaning someone, jokes may emphasize the universal nature of human limitations and encourage humility or self-reflection.

By George Orwell

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