Quote by Henry David Thoreau

The language of friendship is not words, but meanings. It is an intelligence about language.

The language of friendship is not words, but meanings. It is

Summary

This quote emphasizes that true friendship transcends mere verbal communication. It suggests that friendship is not solely dependent on the exchange of words, but on the underlying understanding and shared meanings between individuals. The quote implies that friendship is a deeper connection that goes beyond linguistic expressions, relying instead on a mutual intelligence that enables friends to comprehend each other's thoughts, emotions, and intentions. It suggests that the essence of friendship lies in this unspoken understanding rather than in the superficiality of spoken language.

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By Henry David Thoreau

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