I see where this is coming from and reminds me of "If you want to know the measure of a man, you simply count his friends" from the Muppet Christmas carol song, so maybe Charles Dickens said that so that is my guess, him or my brain seems to recall a similar quote from Howard W. Hunter. I guess I don't agree with this statement, though, as I think of several exceptions to this rule. How about the person with Downs Syndrome who is pure of heart but doesn't have many friends or has been made fun of. How about each of us on different occassions when we feel friendless but want with all of our hearts to be understood and a good friend. I think everyone has been there at one time or another. So, while I'm sure there is a good discussion for the other side, I'm sticking with my vote;)
I see where this is coming from and reminds me of "If you want to know the measure of a man, you simply count his friends" from the Muppet Christmas carol song, so maybe Charles Dickens said that so that is my guess, him or my brain seems to recall a similar quote from Howard W. Hunter. I guess I don't agree with this statement, though, as I think of several exceptions to this rule. How about the person with Downs Syndrome who is pure of heart but doesn't have many friends or has been made fun of. How about each of us on different occassions when we feel friendless but want with all of our hearts to be understood and a good friend. I think everyone has been there at one time or another. So, while I'm sure there is a good discussion for the other side, I'm sticking with my vote;)
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