Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero

Every man can tell how many goats or sheep he possesses, but not how many friends.

Every man can tell how many goats or sheep he possesses, but

Summary

This quote speaks to the quantifiable nature of material possessions compared to the intangible nature of human relationships. It asserts that while individuals can easily determine the number of their livestock, which serves as a measure of wealth, it is much harder to ascertain the number of truly genuine friendships they have. This highlights the idea that the value of personal connections and companionship cannot be easily counted or measured, underscoring the importance of cherishing and nurturing these relationships over material possessions.

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