God writes a lot of comedy: the trouble is, he's stuck with so many bad actors who don't know how to play funny.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Life contains inherent comedy, but human behavior often ruins the humor.
- In plain terms
- Life is funny, but people make it serious.
- What can you take from it?
- Accept the humor in life despite human failures.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is life ultimately funny or tragic?
- Who spoils the joke?
Another view
Some life situations are tragic rather than comedic.
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