True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo ... - Aristotle

This quote is attributed to Aristotle.

"True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity before it is entitled to the appellation."

Aristotle Friendship

Philosopher Ancient Greek 384–322

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