Famous Friendship Poems
A collection of inspirational famous friendship poems with words of wisdom to share with friends and family. Let them express the meaning of what true friends are. Henry David Thoreau once said, "The language of friendship is not words but meanings." Friends are special people and we hope you find reflections of friends in this inspirational poetry.To quote Ralph Waldo Emerson, "The glory of friendship is not in the outstretched hand, nor the kindly smile, nor the joy of companionship; it is in the spiritual inspiration that comes to one when he discovers that someone else believes in him and is willing to trust him."
No Time Like the Old Time
By Oliver Wendell Homes
There is no time like the old time,
when you and I were young,
When the buds of April blossomed,
and the birds of spring-time sung!
The gardens brightest glories
by summer suns are nursed,
But oh, the sweet, sweet violets,
the flowers that opened first!
There is no friend like the old friend,
who has shared our morning days,
No greeting like his welcome,
no homage like his praise:
Fame is the scentless sunflower,
with gaudy crown of gold;
But friendship is the breathing rose,
with sweets in every fold.
Find words of wisdom in these
best friend quotes. Share
them with your friends:
"Old friends are best.
King James used to call for his old shoes;
they were easiest for his feet."
John Seldon
"Freindship never forgets.
That is the wonderful thing about it."
Oscar Wilde
"Our friendship was so assured
that we could be silent
without the slightest danger of offense."
Sir Arthur Helps
"What is a friend? I will tell you -
it is someone with whom you dare to be yourself."
Frank Cane
"True friendship is like sound health; the value of it is seldom known until it be lost."
Charles C. Colton
"Silences make the real conversations between friends. Not the saying but the never needing to say is what counts."
Margaret Lee Runbeck
more famous friendship poems:
A Prayer - A poem that reminds you to count your blessings for the friends you have and also reminds us to be a good friend.
Best Friends Poem -written by the poet, Roy Croft. The words in the verses describe a best friend. We hope you share this inspirational poetry full of words of wisdom with your best friend.
All The Little Things - verses about all the little things in life. A wonderful friendship poem filled with words of wisdom
Friends Like You - words expressing thanks for a good friend. We hope this poetry reminds you to thank your friends for always being there for you.
Be A Friend - written by Edgar A. Guest many years ago
I Have a Friend - enjoy these two poems filled with inspirational words of wisdom. Both of them have good advice that if followed would make us better friends!
Around The Corner - a great reminder that we should take the time to enjoy and be with our friends as we never know what tomorrow holds
An Irish Friendship Wish - great words
Old Friends - when we see old friends it is like seeing a rainbow. Good memories, good times, and good companions all together in one.
The Miracle of Friendship - reflect on the verses and draw your own conclusion
A friend can lift a burden, help you figure a solution, they can just help by listening. The poetry below expresses just that. We hope you enjoy!
Confide in a Friend
Poet Unknown
When you're tired and worn at the close of day
And things just don't seem to be going your way,
When even your patience has come to an end,
Try taking time out and confide in a friend.
Perhaps he too, may have walked the same road
With a much troubled heart and burdensome load,
To find peace and comfort somewhere near the end,
When he stopped long enough to confide in a friend.
For then are most welcome a few words of cheer,
For someone who willingly lends you an ear,
No troubles exist that time cannot mend,
But to get quick relief, just confide in a friend.
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Find words of wisdom in this poem about having a friend. The Poet shares his thoughts on how to have a friend. We hope you enjoy these famous words.
The Only Way To Have A Friend
Poet Unknown
The only way to have a friend
Is to be one yourself;
The only way to keep a friend
Is to give from that wealth.
For friendship must be doublefold,
Each one must give his share
Of feelings true if he would reap
The blessings that are there.
If you would say "He is my friend"
Then nothing else will do
Until you say, "I am his friend"
And prove that fact be true.
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