Quote by Thomas Jefferson

But friendship is precious, not only in the shade, but in the sunshine of life; and thanks to a benevolent arrangement of things, the greater part of life is sunshine.

But friendship is precious, not only in the shade, but in th

Summary

This quote suggests that friendship is valuable not only during difficult times (the shade) but also during good times (the sunshine). It highlights the importance of having friends throughout life's journey. The phrase "thanks to a benevolent arrangement of things, the greater part of life is sunshine" implies that life, in general, tends to have more positive and happy moments than negative ones. It emphasizes the optimistic aspect of life and expresses gratitude for this beneficial arrangement. Ultimately, the quote underlines the essential role of friendship in both challenging and joyful moments, considering it as something precious to cherish.

By Thomas Jefferson

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