I prefer to be a dreamer among the humblest, with visions to be realized, than lord among those without dreams and desires.
Khalil GibranRead
And let your best be for your friend. If he must know the ebb of your tide, let him know its flood also. For what is your friend that your should seek with him hours to kill? Seek with him always hours to live. For it is his to fill your need, but not your emptiness. And in the sweetness of friendship, let there be laughter, and the sharing of pleasures. For in the dew of little things the heart finds its morning and is refreshed.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of genuine companionship and sharing joy with friends, rather than merely filling time.
In this quote, Khalil Gibran discusses the essence of true friendship, encouraging individuals to invest their best selves into relationships. He highlights that friendships should not be based on filling voids or boredom but should revolve around shared joy and laughter. Gibran suggests that true friends help meet one's needs in a fulfilling manner, reminding us that the little moments together bring nourishment to the heart.
Themes
FriendshipSharingLaughterJoyNeedsLittle Things
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech at a friend's wedding, one could quote this to illustrate the beauty of sharing life with loved ones.
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