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Image of the quote is loading... SaveSave A jest's prosperity lies in the ear Of him that hears it never in the tongue Of him that makes it. - Quote by William Shakespeare

A jest’s prosperity lies in the ear Of him that hears it never in the tongue Of him that makes it.

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