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“Friendship is nothing else than entire fellow feeling as to all things human and divine with mutual good-will and affection; and I doubt whether anything better than this, wisdom alone excepted, has been given to man.” quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
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“Friendship is nothing else than entire fellow feeling as to all things human and divine with mutual good-will and affection; and I doubt whether anything better than this, wisdom alone excepted, has been given to man.”

Marcus Tullius Cicero

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

True friendship is a shared, divine-like affection that surpasses all else.

In simple terms: Friendship is a sacred bond.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate deep, mutual respect.

Themes

friendship humanity divinity mutual goodwill

Mood

reflective warm

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • long‑term relationships
  • community building
  • teamwork
  • family ties

Key Concepts

ethics philosophy social bonds

Questions to Reflect On

  • What qualities define your best friendships?
  • How can you nurture divine‑like affection?
A Different Perspective

Idealizing friendship may ignore realistic conflicts.

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