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From Essays in Idleness, by Kenko (c. 1283-1352)

There are seven sorts of people whom it is bad to have as friends:

First, mean of high rank and power.
Second, young people.
Third, strong people who are never ill.
Fourth, people fond of wine.
Fifth, fierce and bold military men.
Sixth, people whose speech is false.
Seventh, greedy people.

Good friends are three.

Friends who make gifts.
Doctors.
Friends who are wise.
		-- #118

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