A doubtful friend is worse than a certain enemy. Let a man be one thing or the other, and we then know how to meet him.

Aesop
A doubtful friend is worse than a certain enemy. Let...
A doubtful friend is worse than a certain enemy. Let...
A doubtful friend is worse than a certain enemy. Let...
A doubtful friend is worse than a certain enemy. Let...
About This Quote

This quote, by the Roman philosopher Seneca, suggests that a friend is someone with whom you can discuss any topic without fear of being judged or even criticized. A friend is someone who will tell you the truth and not worry about what the listener might think about him or her.

Source: Aesops Fables

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