'My good and kind agent for the propagation of the Gospel; i.e. the Devil's gospel'.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Huxley mockingly thanks a religious supporter as if they work for the Devil.
- In plain terms
- He sarcastically thanked a missionary for spreading the Devil's gospel.
- What can you take from it?
- Humor can be used to challenge serious beliefs.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does wit help or hurt intellectual debates?
- How do you respond to beliefs you disagree with?
Another view
It may alienate rather than persuade opponents.
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