Agree Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld
“The grace of novelty and the length of habit, though so very opposite to one another, yet agree in this, that they both alike keepus from discovering the faults of our friends.”
About This Quote
Source Maxim: Maximes by La Rochefoucauld, 1665
Both novelty and habit hide our friends’ flaws, though they are opposites.
In simple terms: Newness and routine both blind us to others’ faults.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions about friends.
Themes
friendship
perception
habit
novelty
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- making relationships
- evaluating character
- personal growth
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
self‑deception
social judgment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance fresh perspectives with stable habits?
- Do you trust intuition over evidence?
A Different Perspective
Habit may mask truth; novelty can be deceptive.
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