Friendship is unnecessary, like philosophy, like art... It has no survival value rather it is one of those things that give value to survival.

Sweet is the memory of distant friends! Like the mellow rays of the departing sun, it falls tenderly, yet sadly, on the heart.

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

Instead of loving your enemies - treat your friends a little better.

Rejoicing in our joy, not suffering over our suffering, makes someone a friend.

A quarrel between friends, when made up, adds a new tie to friendship.

Friendship is the shadow of the evening, which increases with the setting sun of life.

There are no rules for friendship. It must be left to itself. We cannot force it any more than love.

My best friend is the one who brings out the best in me.

A true friend never gets in your way unless you happen to be going down.