Quote by Mark Twain

I did not attend his funeral, but I sent a nice letter saying I approved of it.

I did not attend his funeral, but I sent a nice letter sayin

Summary

This quote, often attributed to Mark Twain, is a satirical comment on the contradictory nature of human behavior. It suggests a kind of insincerity or hypocrisy where someone claims to support or approve of something from a distance, without actively participating in it. Through humor, the quote highlights the absurdity of expressing approval for a funeral without actually being present, revealing the shallow tendencies of our social interactions.

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Humor Funny Funeral Classic Insult

By Mark Twain

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