Let there be no purpose
“
Let there be no purpose
in friendship save the
deepening of the spirit.
”
Meaning
This quote means friendship should not be pursued for selfish gain, but for inner growth and the deepening of the soul. Its highest purpose is spiritual enrichment.
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