Quote by Mark Twain

Humor must not professedly teach and it must not professedly preach, but it must do both if it would live forever.

Humor must not professedly teach and it must not professedly

Summary

This quote suggests that for humor to have enduring impact, it should not overtly aim to educate or moralize. Humor should instead subtly incorporate both teaching and preaching elements. By combining the two, humor can engage and resonate with people on a deeper level, leaving a lasting impression. Essentially, humor that manages to entertain while imparting wisdom or making a moral point is more likely to stand the test of time.

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