Humor Quote by E.J. Patten
““It’s hardly the time for sense, I should think, since nonsense has been serving us so well””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Satire on modern absurdity, 2017
In chaotic times, nonsense often prevails over sense, reflecting societal confusion.
In simple terms: Nonsense dominates when sense is scarce.
Key Takeaway
Question the value of prevailing nonsense.
Themes
absurdity
societal critique
modern life
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
satire
philosophical
When to use this quote
- media consumption
- public discourse
- education curricula
Key Concepts
irrationality
cultural commentary
Questions to Reflect On
- Why does nonsense appeal in turbulent periods?
- How can sense be restored?
A Different Perspective
Nonsense can also inspire creativity.
![“[S]ometimes, when you are a food person, the possible irrelevance of what you are doing doesn’t cross your mind until it’s too late. (Once, for example, when I was just starting out in the food business, I was hired by the caper people to develop a lot of recipes using capers, and it was weeks of…” quote by Nora Ephron](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d79/nora-ephron-1217_business_s-ometimes-when-you-are-a-food-person-th_980.jpg)
