A true friend is the greatest of all blessings, and that which we take the least care of all to acquire.

Friends show their love in times of trouble, not in happiness.

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

Friendship at first sight, like love at first sight, is said to be the only truth.

Friendship multiplies the good of life and divides the evil.

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

Since there is nothing so well worth having as friends, never lose a chance to make them.

Never contract friendship with a man that is not better than thyself.

I value the friend who for me finds time on his calendar, but I cherish the friend who for me does not consult his calendar.

But friendship is the breathing rose, with sweets in every fold.