I personally believe we were put here to build and not to destroy.

Meaning of the quote

Red Skelton, a famous American comedian, believes that we were created to create and construct things, not to break and destroy them. He thinks our purpose is to build up the world, not tear it down. This quote suggests that we should focus on making positive contributions and improving the world around us, instead of causing harm or damage.

About Red Skelton

Red Skelton was an iconic American entertainer known for his national radio and television shows from 1937 to 1971. He started developing his comedic skills at a young age and went on to have a prolific career in vaudeville, films, and as a painter of clowns, earning millions from his artwork.

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Live by this credo: have a little laugh at life and look around you for happiness instead of sadness. Laughter has always brought me out of unhappy situations.

Red Skelton

American comedian (1913-1997)

Our principles are the springs of our actions. Our actions, the springs of our happiness or misery. Too much care, therefore, cannot be taken in forming our principles.

Red Skelton

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If by chance some day you’re not feeling well and you should remember some silly thing I’ve said or done and it brings back a smile to your face or a chuckle to your heart, then my purpose as your clown has been fulfilled.

Red Skelton

American comedian (1913-1997)

No matter what your heartache may be, laughing helps you forget it for a few seconds.

Red Skelton

American comedian (1913-1997)

Exercise? I get it on the golf course. When I see my friends collapse, I run for the paramedics.

Red Skelton

American comedian (1913-1997)

I personally believe we were put here to build and not to destroy.

Red Skelton

American comedian (1913-1997)

I’m nuts and I know it. But so long as I make ’em laugh, they ain’t going to lock me up.

Red Skelton

American comedian (1913-1997)

All men make mistakes, but married men find out about them sooner.

Red Skelton

American comedian (1913-1997)

God’s children and their happiness are my reasons for being.

Red Skelton

American comedian (1913-1997)

Any kid will run any errand for you, if you ask at bedtime.

Red Skelton

American comedian (1913-1997)

I left home because I was hungry.

Red Skelton

American comedian (1913-1997)

His death was the first time that Ed Wynn ever made anyone sad.

Red Skelton

American comedian (1913-1997)

Congress: Bingo with billions.

Red Skelton

American comedian (1913-1997)