Quote by G. C. (Georg Christoph) Lichtenb

It is said that truth comes from the mouths of fools and children: I wish every good mind which feels an inclination for satire would reflect that the finest satirist always has something of both in him.

It is said that truth comes from the mouths of fools and chi

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This quote suggests that truth can often be found in the innocent and naive perspectives of fools and children. The speaker urges those who possess a talent for satire to recognize that the best satirists possess a combination of foolishness and childlike simplicity. In other words, they maintain the ability to see the world in a straightforward and honest manner, allowing them to expose truths with wit and humor.

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By G. C. (Georg Christoph) Lichtenb

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