Accommodations Quote by Francois Alexandre Frederic, duc de la Rochefoucauld-Liancourt
“What men have given the name of friendship to is nothing but an alliance, a reciprocal accommodation of interest, an exchange of good offices; in it is nothing but a system of traffic, in which self-love always proposes to itself some advantage.”
About This Quote
Source Maxim: The Art of Worldly Wisdom, 1665
Friendship is often a self‑serving alliance where personal gain drives mutual aid.
In simple terms: Friendships can be self‑interest driven.
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine, altruistic relationships.
Themes
friendship
self‑interest
social contracts
human nature
Mood
skeptical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- networking
- ethical behavior
Key Concepts
reciprocity
egoism
social exchange
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you value loyalty over advantage?
- How can you foster selfless connections?
A Different Perspective
Assuming all friendships are transactional ignores deeper bonds.
