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Many a time from a bad beginning great friendships have sprung up
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"Many a time from a bad beginning great friendships have sprung up"

- Terence

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This quote by Terence talks to the power of relationship and also how it can be formed in one of the most unlikely of conditions. It recommends that even if two people begin on the wrong foot, they can still establish a strong bond of friendship. This is a suggestion that we ought to not be as well fast to judge others which we should offer people a possibility to show themselves. It also talks to the idea that friendship is not constantly based on shared interests or worths, but can be created with shared experiences and also understanding. This quote urges us to be open to developing new relationships, also if the initial meeting is not suitable. It is a pointer that even if 2 individuals begin on the incorrect foot, they can still develop a solid bond of relationship.

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Terence This quote is written / told by Terence between 185 BC and 159 BC. He was a famous Playwright from Rome. The author also have 33 other quotes.

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