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Editorial
January 27, 1961
Newport Navalog
Newport, Newport County, Rhode Island
What is this article about?
Chaplain Robert F. Lang's editorial discusses the essential role of friendship in life, defines qualities of a true friend, and stresses the moral obligation to cultivate and embody friendship as an expression of God's love.
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Our Friends' Corner
By Chaplain Robert F. Lang
A cartoon of a number of years ago depicted a dejected-looking person in a forlorn situation, with the caption, "When a feller needs a friend."
A "feller" needs a friend often, because there is no substitute for friendship in our lives. A friend is necessary for fellowship, in our daily work, and at those times when the pressures of life weigh heavily upon us. With this in mind, we should consider daily the fact that real friends are both necessities and luxuries, and that we should expend considerable effort at making new friends and keeping our old ones.
What is a friend? A friend is one who accepts us as we are, patient and understanding with our shortcomings and rejoicing in our best attributes. Often he is a good listener, but at the same time, blessed with a short memory for unkind remarks expressed in a moment of temper.
A friend is not good at giving advice, but his attitude and conversation help us reach a satisfactory decision for ourselves.
When a situation explodes into all kinds of trouble, he is no miracle worker but he is good to have around. He is short on sympathy, but long on comfort and understanding.
There are many definitions of friendship, all of them to our own benefit.
Friends are what we make them, setting ourselves as examples. "If you want a friend," an old saying goes, "be one." This is the way friendships are made.
Friends are not stepping stones to better our own careers, nor to assist us in serving selfish ends. Our friends should be companions who share, not pack bearers of the burdens of our own ambitions.
To be a friend is a primary obligation of life. It requires gentleness and understanding in our daily relationships. It is our dedication to the expression of God's love for us and for all men.
By Chaplain Robert F. Lang
A cartoon of a number of years ago depicted a dejected-looking person in a forlorn situation, with the caption, "When a feller needs a friend."
A "feller" needs a friend often, because there is no substitute for friendship in our lives. A friend is necessary for fellowship, in our daily work, and at those times when the pressures of life weigh heavily upon us. With this in mind, we should consider daily the fact that real friends are both necessities and luxuries, and that we should expend considerable effort at making new friends and keeping our old ones.
What is a friend? A friend is one who accepts us as we are, patient and understanding with our shortcomings and rejoicing in our best attributes. Often he is a good listener, but at the same time, blessed with a short memory for unkind remarks expressed in a moment of temper.
A friend is not good at giving advice, but his attitude and conversation help us reach a satisfactory decision for ourselves.
When a situation explodes into all kinds of trouble, he is no miracle worker but he is good to have around. He is short on sympathy, but long on comfort and understanding.
There are many definitions of friendship, all of them to our own benefit.
Friends are what we make them, setting ourselves as examples. "If you want a friend," an old saying goes, "be one." This is the way friendships are made.
Friends are not stepping stones to better our own careers, nor to assist us in serving selfish ends. Our friends should be companions who share, not pack bearers of the burdens of our own ambitions.
To be a friend is a primary obligation of life. It requires gentleness and understanding in our daily relationships. It is our dedication to the expression of God's love for us and for all men.
What sub-type of article is it?
Moral Or Religious
Social Reform
What keywords are associated?
Friendship
True Friends
Moral Obligation
God's Love
Social Relationships
Understanding
Companionship
What entities or persons were involved?
Chaplain Robert F. Lang
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
The Importance And Qualities Of True Friendship
Stance / Tone
Moral Exhortation To Cultivate Friendship
Key Figures
Chaplain Robert F. Lang
Key Arguments
Friendship Is Essential For Fellowship, Work, And Handling Life's Pressures
A True Friend Accepts Us As We Are, Is Patient, Understanding, And A Good Listener With A Short Memory For Unkindness
Friends Help In Decision Making Through Attitude Rather Than Direct Advice
In Trouble, Friends Provide Comfort And Understanding Without Being Miracle Workers
Friendships Are Built By Being A Friend Oneself And Setting A Good Example
Friends Should Be Companions Who Share, Not Tools For Selfish Ambitions
Being A Friend Is A Primary Moral Obligation Expressing God's Love