--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: One who does not allow discord [with the…" description: "\"“One who does not allow discord [with the wife] to happen even for a minute is considered a [true] husband. Look after this relationship in the same wa..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d98/dada-bhagwan-31_celibacy_one-who-does-not-allow-discord-with-the_1153793.jpg" --- # One who does not allow discord \[with the wife\] to happen… ![“One who does not allow discord [with the wife] to happen even for a minute is considered a [true] husband. Look after this relationship in the same way that you would not allow the relationship with a friend to spoil. If you do not look after your relationship with your friend, then the friendship…” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d98/dada-bhagwan-31_celibacy_one-who-does-not-allow-discord-with-the_1153793.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d98/dada-bhagwan-31_celibacy_one-who-does-not-allow-discord-with-the_1153793.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d98/dada-bhagwan-31_celibacy_one-who-does-not-allow-discord-with-the_1153793.jpg) > ““One who does not allow discord \[with the wife\] to happen even for a minute is considered a \[true\] husband. Look after this relationship in the same way that you would not allow the relationship with a friend to spoil. If you do not look after your relationship with your friend, then the friendship will break.”” [Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/dada-bhagwan/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A husband should protect his marriage as vigilantly as he protects a friendship, preventing conflict before it starts. **In simple terms:** Guard marriage like a precious friendship. Key Takeaway Cultivate constant care in relationships. Themes marriage friendship conflict prevention trust Mood reflective concerned Type advice philosophical When to use this quote - marriage counseling - friendship maintenance - conflict resolution Key Concepts relationship stewardship preventive care Questions to Reflect On - How do you notice early signs of discord? - What habits keep a relationship healthy? 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