To bear with patience wrongs done to oneself is a mark of perfection, but to bear with patience wrongs done to someone else is a mark of imperfection and even of actual sin.
Thomas AquinasRead
There is nothing on this earth more to be prized than true friendship.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True friendship is the most valuable treasure in life.
This quote by Thomas Aquinas emphasizes the immense value and importance of genuine friendships, suggesting that beyond material wealth and worldly possessions, the bond between true friends is what enriches our lives the most. It highlights the emotional and spiritual fulfillment that comes from having trustworthy and loyal friends, which is essential for a meaningful life.
Themes
FriendshipValueTrustLoyaltyRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
During a wedding toast, to highlight the importance of friendship in life.
More from Thomas Aquinas
All quotes βLaw is nothing other than a certain ordinance of reason for the common good, promulgated by the person who has the care of the community.
Thomas AquinasRead
Now this relaxation of the mind from work consists on playful words or deeds. Therefore it becomes a wise and virtuous man to have recourse to such things at times.
Thomas AquinasRead
A song is the exultation of the mind dwelling on eternal things, bursting forth in the voice.
Thomas AquinasRead
We are like children, who stand in need of masters to enlighten us and direct us; God has provided for this, by appointing his angels to be our teachers and guides.
Thomas AquinasRead
To one who has faith, no explanation is necessary. To one without faith, no explanation is possible.
Thomas AquinasRead
Similar quotes
I do not want a friend who smiles when I smile, who weeps when I weep; for my shadow in the pool can do better than that.
ConfuciusRead
Young friends, do not hesitate to follow the example of Pedro, who 'pleased God and was loved by him' and who, having come to perfection in so short a time, lived a full life.
Pope John Paul IiRead
ANTIPATHY, n. The sentiment inspired by one's friend's friend.
Ambrose BierceRead
Everyone says they want community and friendship. But mention accountability or commitment to people, and they run the other way.
Timothy KellerRead
Friendship is a single soul dwelling in two bodies.
AristotleRead
There is no surer foundation for a beautiful friendship than a mutual taste in literature.
P. G. WodehouseRead