Quote by Mark Twain

The secret source of humor is not joy but sorrow there is no humor in Heaven.

The secret source of humor is not joy but sorrow there is no

Summary

This quote suggests that the essence of humor isn't derived from joy or happiness, but rather from tapping into the depths of sorrow or sadness. It implies that humor arises as a coping mechanism or an outlet for dealing with life's difficulties and the darker aspects of the human experience. Furthermore, it implies that humor is exclusive to earthly existence, rather than being present in a perfect or divine realm like Heaven.

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