Quote by Mark Twain

He spoke of humor, and thought it must be one of the chief attributes of God. He cited plants and animals that were distinctly humorous in form and in their characteristics. These he declared were God's jokes.

He spoke of humor, and thought it must be one of the chief a

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In this quote, the speaker suggests that humor is a significant characteristic of God. They point out examples of certain plants and animals that possess comical appearances or behaviors and consider these as God's playful creations or jokes. This perspective implies that humor is not only a trait appreciated by humans but also exists as part of the divine nature.

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