Quote by Stendhal

Friendship has its illusions no less than love.

Friendship has its illusions no less than love.

Summary

This quote suggests that just like love, friendship can involve illusions or deceptive perceptions. It implies that friendships can sometimes be built on ideals or misconceptions, rather than on genuine understanding and connection. People may form friendships based on unrealistic expectations, romanticizing the qualities or actions of their friends. However, these illusions in friendships, like in love, can lead to disappointment when reality does not meet those expectations. It prompts us to recognize that friendships, like any other relationships, require honesty, authenticity, and a genuine understanding of one another to be truly meaningful and lasting.

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Friendship

By Stendhal

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