Pour ce que rire est le propre de l'homme.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Laughter is a uniquely human trait.
- In plain terms
- Only humans truly laugh.
- What can you take from it?
- Value humor as a human strength.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why is laughter important to you?
- How does humor affect relationships?
Another view
Other species show playful behavior too.
More from Francois Rabelais
[Mais par ce que selon le sage Salomon,] Sapience n'entre point en ame malivole, & science sans conscience n'est que ruyne de l'ame.
Permalink to quote #3 [Puis pour curieuse leczon, & meditation frequente] rompre l'os, & sugcer la substantificque mouelle.
Permalink to quote #5 Je n'ai rien vaillant; je dois beaucoup; je donne le reste aux pauvres.
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