Why You (and Your Friends) Can’t Live Without Friendship

Left: Cover of ‘True Friendship’ by John Cuddeback. Right: Francesco Hayez, “Aristotle,” 1811, Gallerie dell’Accademia, Venice, Italy

COMMENTARY: From Aristotle to Aelred, the greatest thinkers have taught that friendship shapes the soul — preparing us for joy in this life and communion with God.

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