Quote by Thomas Fuller

There is a scarcity of friendship, but not of friends.

There is a scarcity of friendship, but not of friends.

Summary

This quote suggests that true and genuine friendships are rare to find, as there is a scarcity of individuals who possess the qualities that nourish deep connections. While there may be plenty of people we interact with or consider acquaintances, finding those who truly understand and support us in a meaningful way is a much rarer occurrence. It emphasizes the importance of cherishing and valuing the few authentic friendships we do have in our lives.

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