The opposite of love is not hate, it's indifference.
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Friendship marks a life even more deeply than love. Love risks degenerating into obsession, friendship is never anything but sharing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Friendship is a profound and fulfilling connection that transcends the intensity of romantic love.
In this quote, Elie Wiesel highlights the unique and essential role that friendship plays in our lives. While romantic love can become possessive or obsessive, true friendship is rooted in mutual understanding and support, providing a stable and enriching relationship that fosters genuine sharing and connection.
Themes
FriendshipLoveSharingConnectionSupport
In practice
Example use cases
I shared this quote at my best friend's wedding to emphasize the importance of their friendship.
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