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“A friend should be like money, tried before being required, not found faulty in our need.” quote by Plutarch
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“A friend should be like money, tried before being required, not found faulty in our need.”

Plutarch

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Source Essay: Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans, Plutarch, c. 100 AD

Friendship should be reliable, supportive, and not taken for granted.

In simple terms: Friends are like dependable money.

Key Takeaway

Value reliable friends.

Themes

friendship trust dependability

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • teamwork
  • financial advice

Key Concepts

social support mutual aid

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you support friends in need?
  • What makes a friend trustworthy?
A Different Perspective

Friends may not always be available in crises.

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