A man is known by the company he keeps.
Attribution disputed; shown as originally published.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Your character is judged by the people you associate with and keep as friends.
- In plain terms
- People judge you by the friends and company you choose.
- What can you take from it?
- Choose your associates wisely as they reflect your character.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who are your closest associates?
- What do they say about you?
Another view
This can unfairly judge individuals who are trying to escape negative circles.
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