Everyone has a number of acquaintances, but very few have true friends, for true intimate friendship is not common, and there are many people who seem to be incapable of it. For a friendship to be intimate and lasting, both friends must have some special qualities.
I feel there must be unselfish love between the friends. It is the very essence of true friendship. A selfish person is incapable of true friendship. Love and service must be mutual. Then only the friendship survives for a longer period. What do you think in this regard?