Jest Quote by William Shakespeare
“His jest will savour but of shallow wit, When thousands weep, more than did laugh at it.”
About This Quote
Source Play: King Lear, Act 2, Scene 4
Shallow humor may amuse, but true sorrow outweighs fleeting laughter.
In simple terms: Superficial jokes can't mask deep pain.
Key Takeaway
Seek depth over cheap laughs.
Themes
humor
empathy
human nature
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- grieving families
- public speeches
- media commentary
Key Concepts
tragic irony
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance levity with respect?
- When is humor appropriate in sorrow?
A Different Perspective
Humor can still provide relief in grief.
