Excellence Quote by Aristotle
“Perfect friendship is the friendship of men who are good, and alike in excellence; for these wish well alike to each other qua good, and they are good in themselves.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Nicomachean Ethics, 4th century BCE
True friendship arises between virtuous, like‑minded individuals who wish each other good for the sake of goodness itself.
In simple terms: Good people be friends because they share excellence.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate virtue to attract true friends.
Themes
friendship
virtue
mutual good
excellence
Mood
reflective
affirmative
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- community building
- teamwork
- leadership development
Key Concepts
ethical reciprocity
eudaimonia
Questions to Reflect On
- What virtues do you value most in friends?
- How can you support a friend's growth?
A Different Perspective
Friendship may falter if virtues are superficial or self‑serving.
