Friendship is the only thing in the world concerning the usefulness of which all mankind are agreed.
Marcus Tullius CiceroRead
We are obliged to respect, defend and maintain the common bonds of union and fellowship that exist among all members of the human race.
Interpretation
What this quote means
We must honor and protect the connections we share as humanity.
Cicero emphasizes the importance of unity and mutual respect among all people, suggesting that our shared bonds as members of the human race are fundamental to a harmonious society. He calls for an active commitment to uphold these connections, highlighting the moral responsibility we have towards one another in fostering relationships of fellowship and solidarity.
Themes
UnityHumanityRespectFellowshipBond
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech about community service, one might say this quote to promote the idea of working together.
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