Caring for but never trying to own may be a further way to define friendship.

Peace and friendship with all mankind is our wisest policy, and I wish we may be permitted to pursue it.

Friendship is a strong and habitual inclination in two persons to promote the good and happiness of one another.

Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light.

One's friends are that part of the human race with which one can be human.

True friendship can afford true knowledge. It does not depend on darkness and ignorance.

If you have one true friend you have more than your share.

An excellent man he has no enemies and none of his friends like him.

Love is flower like Friendship is like a sheltering tree.

Let there be no purpose in friendship save the deepening of the spirit.