--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: This sutura gives example about the…" description: "\"This sutura gives example about the purpose of relationship. A son of enemy who wants to uproot his own father, should be treated as friend and shold b..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4ce/chanakya-1643_enemy_this-sutura-gives-example-about-the-purp_2774669.jpg" --- # This sutura gives example about the purpose of… ![“This sutura gives example about the purpose of relationship. A son of enemy who wants to uproot his own father, should be treated as friend and shold be protected. This may be called opportunism but is and should be necessary part of polity and statesmanship. Moreover, if a father is not aan…” quote by Chanakya](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4ce/chanakya-1643_enemy_this-sutura-gives-example-about-the-purp_2774669.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4ce/chanakya-1643_enemy_this-sutura-gives-example-about-the-purp_2774669.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4ce/chanakya-1643_enemy_this-sutura-gives-example-about-the-purp_2774669.jpg) > “This sutura gives example about the purpose of relationship. A son of enemy who wants to uproot his own father, should be treated as friend and shold be protected. This may be called opportunism but is and should be necessary part of polity and statesmanship. Moreover, if a father is not aan upright man to have friendship with his sone can be a meritorious peson. So it is better to protecdt him.” [Chanakya](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/chanakya/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Strategic alliances may require befriending former enemies for political stability and statecraft. **In simple terms:** Friendship can be a tool for political gain and stability. Key Takeaway Use pragmatic relationships to secure power. Themes politics strategy relationships statecraft Mood cautious analytical Type philosophical strategic When to use this quote - diplomacy - conflict resolution - leadership - statebuilding Key Concepts realpolitik pragmatism power dynamics Questions to Reflect On - Is it ethical to prioritize state interests over personal loyalty? - When does pragmatism become exploitation? 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