Friendship is the only thing in the world concerning the usefulness of which all mankind are agreed.
Marcus Tullius CiceroRead
It is like taking the sun out of the world, to bereave human life of friendship.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Friendship is essential to human existence and happiness.
In this quote, Cicero highlights the profound impact that friendship has on human life, equating its absence to the loss of sunlight, which is vital for sustaining life. The metaphor emphasizes that friendships enrich our lives and contribute significantly to our overall happiness and well-being.
Themes
FriendshipLifeHappinessHuman ConnectionImportance
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of social bonds, one could use this quote to emphasize the value of friendships.
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