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Three lessons from Aristotle on friendship

  • Written by Emily Katz, Associate Professor of Ancient Greek Philosophy, Michigan State University
Three lessons from Aristotle on friendshipAristotle (center), wearing a blue robe, seen in a discourse with Plato in a 16th century fresco, 'The School of Athens' by Raphael.Pascal Deloche/Stone via Getty Images

While most love songs are inspired by the joys and heartaches of romantic relationships, love between friends can be just as intense and complicated. Many people struggle to make...

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