Burned Quote by Ambrose Bierce
“JOSS-STICKS- Small sticks burned by the Chinese in their pagan tomfoolery, in imitation of certain sacred rites of our holy religion.”
About This Quote
Source Satire: The Devil’s Dictionary, 1906
Mocks the practice of burning sticks in pagan rituals, likening it to imitation of sacred rites.
In simple terms: Mocking superficial religious rituals.
Key Takeaway
Question the authenticity of rituals.
Themes
religion
mockery
tradition
Mood
wry
critical
Type
satirical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- cultural critique
- historical analysis
- theology
Key Concepts
satire
anthropology
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people imitate sacred rites?
- What value lies in ritual?
A Different Perspective
Rituals can hold deep meaning despite origins.
