A Friend in Need is a Friend Indeed 🧑🤝🧑
A dependable friend. This expression is thought to come from a Latin proverb stated by Ennius in Hecuba (ca. 180 B.C.), quoted by Cicero and Erasmus, literally translated as “The certain friend is discerned in uncertain circumstances.” By the time Shakespeare used it in The Passionate Pilgrim (1599): “He that is thy friend indeed, he will help thee in thy need,” the phrase had been quoted many times—by William Caxton, John Heywood, and others.
Related and Similar Terms
- Through thick and thin - Staying committed regardless of the circumstances.
- BFF (Best Friends Forever) - A modern abbreviation for enduring friendship. 🤗
- Loyal companion - A trustworthy and constant friend.
- Buddy system - Mutual assistance between friends, especially in challenging times.
Proverbs and Common Phrases
- A good friend is like a four-leaf clover; hard to find and lucky to have.
- Birds of a feather flock together - Friends with similar interests tend to stick close.
- God could not be everywhere, and therefore he made mothers. However, He also made best friends just in case.
Humor-Filled Quotes
- “A true friend stabs you in the front.” – Oscar Wilde
- “Friendship is like peeing in your pants. Everyone can see it but only you can feel the warmth.” – Anonymous
Inspirational Thought
- “A friend is one who overlooks your broken fence and admires the flowers in your garden.” – An optimistic approach to friendship and imperfection.
Literature, Books, Songs, Poetry, and Movies
- Books: “Charlotte’s Web” by E.B. White; an enduring tale of friendship and sacrifice.
- Songs: “With a Little Help from My Friends” by The Beatles.
- Movies: “Toy Story,” a fun and heartwarming exploration of friendship.
- Poetry: “A Time to Talk” by Robert Frost; a reflection on pausing life’s hustle to engage in friendship.
### Which of these authors used the phrase 'A friend in need is a friend indeed'?
- [x] Shakespeare
- [ ] Mark Twain
- [ ] J.K. Rowling
- [ ] F. Scott Fitzgerald
> **Explanation:** Shakespeare used the phrase in *The Passionate Pilgrim*. Mark Twain, J.K. Rowling, and F. Scott Fitzgerald did not.
### What is a synonym for 'A friend in need is a friend indeed'?
- [ ] Backstabber
- [x] Loyal companion
- [ ] Fair-weather friend
- [ ] Nemesis
> **Explanation:** A loyal companion is a synonym for a dependable friend. Fair-weather friends abandon you in times of need, and nemesis is a term for an enemy.
### True or False: Cicero is credited with coining the expression 'A friend in need is a friend indeed.'
- [x] True
- [ ] False
> **Explanation:** Cicero quoted a translation of the Latin proverb by Ennius in *Hecuba* (ca. 180 B.C.), contributing to its popularity.
### Which movie is a good example of 'A friend in need is a friend indeed'?
- [x] Toy Story
- [ ] Jurassic Park
- [ ] The Silence of the Lambs
- [ ] Inception
> **Explanation:** *Toy Story* revolves around themes of friendship and loyalty, making it an excellent film representation of this idiom.
Remember, friends are like stars. You don’t always see them, but you know they’re always there. 💫
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