Quote by Friedrich von Schiller

The jest loses its point when he who makes it is the first to laugh.

The jest loses its point when he who makes it is the first t

Summary

This quote suggests that when the person who initiates a joke or jest is the first one to find it amusing or entertaining, the true purpose and impact of the joke are undermined. The essence of a jest is often to elicit laughter or amusement from others, therefore, if the joke's creator is the only one finding it funny, it fails to achieve its intended effect. This quote emphasizes how humor should be shared and enjoyed together, rather than being primarily self-centered.

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Humor

By Friedrich von Schiller

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