Every once in a while it happens.

You’re reading a philosophy article or book, following the argument, monitoring it for mistakes or insights as you go along, and then something about the text gets you to crack a smile. You may even actually laugh out loud.

It could be a joke, a jab, an absurdity, a funny example, some clever wordplay, an amusing observation—even a well-crafted, seemingly compelling argument for what strikes you as a ridiculous conclusion: “hahaha there’s no way that can be right… now to figure out why.”

These little delights are sometimes glimpses of the person behind the philosophy. The humor we find in them may even tell us something philosophical relevant. At the very least they can make the reading experience more enjoyable.

Do us a favor and tell us about a bit of philosophical text that tickles you.

Related: “Bits of Laughing Matter“, “A Collection of Philosophical Humor“

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