Quote by Francis Bacon

Imagination was given to man to compensate him for what he is not a sense of humor to console him for what he is.

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Summary

This quote suggests that imagination and humor serve as coping mechanisms for human beings. Imagination allows individuals to envision and create alternative realities, compensating for what they lack in reality. On the other hand, humor helps people find solace and reassurance in their own imperfections and limitations. Together, imagination and humor provide a means of escape and contentment for individuals, offering a balance between the desire for what is unattainable and finding joy in what one possesses.

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