Quotes about Companionship
In our old age my beloved companion said to me quietly one evening, "You have always given me wings to fly, and I have loved you for it.
- Gordon Hinckley
The trick, my brethren and sisters is to enjoy the journey, traveling hand in hand, in sunshine and storm, as companions who love one another.
- Gordon Hinckley
I am satisfied that a happy marriage is not so much a matter of romance as it is an anxious concern for the comfort and well-being of one's companion. -Gordon B. Hinckley
- Gordon Hinckley
I hope that you mothers will realize that when all is said and done, you have no more compelling responsibility, nor any laden with greater rewards, than the nurture you give your children in an environment of security, peace, companionship, love, and motivation to grow and do well.
- Gordon Hinckley
It is both relaxing and invigorating to ... set aside the worries of life, [and] seek the company of a friendly book...
- Gordon Hinckley
I had to have company — I was made for it, I think — so I made friends with the animals. They are just charming, and they have the kindest disposition and the politest ways; they never look sour, they never let you feel that you are intruding, they smile at you and wag their tail, if they've got one, and they are always ready for a romp or an excursion or anything you want to propose. I think they are perfect gentlemen.
- Mark Twain
If a man does not make new acquaintance as he advances through life, he will soon find himself left alone. A man, Sir, should keep his friendships in constant repair.
- Samuel Johnson
Joy is the best companion, virtue is the noblest acquaintance, wisdom is the cleverest friend, and love is the kindest soul mate.
- Matshona Dhliwayo
He who walks with the wise goes farther than he who runs with fools.
- Matshona Dhliwayo
If Christ Jesus dwells in a man as his friend and noble leader, that man can endure all things, for Christ helps and strengthens us and never abandons us. He is a true friend.
- Teresa of Avila
The happy man in this life needs friends.
- St. Thomas Aquinas
Every man rejoices twice when he has a partner in his joy. He who shares tears with us wipes them away. He divides them in two, and he who laughs with us makes the joy double.
- Bishop Fulton J. Sheen