The fool’s life is empty of gratitude and full of fears; its course lies wholly toward the future.
EpicurusRead
Of all the things which wisdom provides to make us entirely happy, much the greatest is the possession of friendship.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True happiness is largely found in the bonds of friendship.
Epicurus emphasizes the vital role that friendship plays in achieving true happiness. He suggests that among the various sources of wisdom, the possession of genuine friendships stands out as the most significant contributor to a fulfilling and joyous life.
Themes
FriendshipHappinessWisdomFulfillmentRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of connections in life, one might include this quote to highlight how friends enrich our happiness.
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We should look for someone to eat and drink with before looking for something to eat and drink.
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I was not, I was, I am not, I care not. (Non fui, fui, non sum, non curo)
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Of all the means to insure happiness throughout the whole life, by far the most important is the acquisition of friends.
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