Quote by William Shakespeare

Those friends thou hast, and their adoption tried,Grapple them to thy soul with hoops of steel;But do not dull thy palm with entertainmentOf each new-hatch'd, unfledg'd comrade.

Those friends thou hast, and their adoption tried,Grapple th

Summary

This quote advises to value and cherish true friends who have proven their loyalty and worth, holding onto them tightly. It emphasizes the importance of developing strong bonds with these trusted friends, metaphorically suggesting to "grapple them to thy soul with hoops of steel." However, it also cautions against forming shallow connections with new acquaintances who may not be reliable or trustworthy, warning against wasting time and energy on them to avoid dulling one's own potential.

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By William Shakespeare

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