One of my favorite Epicurean quotes is Vatican Saying 52, "Friendship dances around the world, bidding us all to awaken to the recognition of happiness." It would seem strange to me if someone said they studied Epicurus and that they have no friends. However, I would believe someone if they said that they have no friends that study Epicurus. With that said, I think it is wise to make friends with purposes besides studying philosophy or creating gardens. Quoting The Epicurus Reader, Testimony of …