We interact with the enemy only for the sake of our friend; what is the point if we end up turning our own friend into an enemy?
This couplet touches on the delicate compromises we make to preserve the bonds we cherish most. Sometimes, purely out of love and regard for a dear friend, we swallow our pride and socialize even with our adversaries. The poet gently reminds us that true wisdom lies in keeping peace—for what could be more foolish than letting stubborn grievances turn our beloved friend into another enemy?
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