Government ... can't be trusted to control its own bureaucrats or collect taxes equitably or fill a pothole, much less decide which of its citizens to kill.
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Lavish love on others receive it gratefully when it come to you. Cultivate friendship like a garden. It is the best love of all.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Show love generously to others, and appreciate it when it's given back. Nurturing friendships is essential for a fulfilling life.
This quote emphasizes the importance of giving and receiving love and friendship. By metaphorically suggesting that we should 'cultivate friendship like a garden,' it highlights that friendships require care, attention, and effort, much like nurturing plants. The essence lies in both the act of sharing love freely with others and the gratitude we should express when we receive love in return.
Themes
LoveFriendshipGratitudeCultivationNurturing
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote during a speech on the importance of relationships.
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