The Seven Virtues Virtue is a moral practice or action, moral excellence; rectitude; valor; chastity. The seven virtues are: prudence, fortitude, temperance, justice, faith, hope, and charity. Websters Dictionary gives the following definitions: Prudence-the ability to regulate and discipline ones self through the exercise of reason. Fortitude-the endurance of physical or mental hardships or suffering without giving way under strain. It is: firmness of mind in meeting danger or adversity; resolute endurance; courage and staying power. It is the possession of the stamina essential to face that which repels or frightens one, or to put up with the hardships of a job imposed. It implies triumph. Synonyms are grit, backbone, pluck and guts. Temperance-habitual moderation in the indulgence of the appetites and passions. Justice-the principle of rectitude and just dealing of humankind with each other; also conformity to it; integrity. Faith-trust in God. Hope-the desire with expectation of obtaining what is desired, or the belief that it is obtainable. Charity-the act of loving all people as brothers and sisters because they are sons/daughters of God. It stresses benevolence and goodwill in giving and in the broad understanding of others with kindly tolerance.
Posted on: Fri, 14 Nov 2014 23:21:23 +0000
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