Quote by Jean de la Bruyere

Time makes friendship stronger, but love weaker.

Time makes friendship stronger, but love weaker.

Summary

This quote suggests that over time, the bond of friendship tends to grow stronger as individuals get to know each other better, trust deepens, and shared experiences create a solid foundation. On the other hand, the quote implies that love can become weaker as time passes. This could be due to various factors such as fading passion, changing priorities, or the development of personal differences. The quote highlights how the effects of time can have contrasting impacts on different types of relationships.

By Jean de la Bruyere

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