The 7 Heavenly Virtues

Image via WikipediaThe Seven Heavenly virtues contradict the seven deadly sins..

Earlier, I have blogged each of those sins and now, I will blog about the positive ones.

So what are the Seven Heavenly Virtues composed of?

The seven virtues are a set of seven cardinal virtues recognized in Christian philosophy, especially virtue ethics, and theology.

Cardinal Virtues

The term "cardinal" comes from the Latin cardo or hinge; the cardinal virtues are so called because they are hinges upon which the door of the moral life swings.

Theological Virtues

According the christian philosophy, theological virtues are character qualities associated with salvation. Other than that the following virtues are named because the object of these is the DIVINE BEING.

According to wiki, the & heavenly virtues consists of 4 cardinal virtues and three theological virtues.

TYPE	VIRTUE	DESCRIPTION
Cardinal	Prudence	Proper judgement of reasons for action with regard to appropriateness in a context
Cardinal	Restraint or Temperance	Practicing self-control, abstention, and moderation
Cardinal	Courage or Fortitude	Forbearance, endurance, and the ability to confront fear/uncertainty
Theological	Faith	Steadfastness in belief
Theological	Hope	Expectation of good and capability of not giving up
Theological	Love / Charity	Selfless, unconditional, and voluntary loving-kindness

Most of these virtues were derived from the Psycomachia, an epic poem written by Aurelius Clemens Prudentius.

Virtue	Gloss	Vice	Meaning
Chastity	Purity	Lust	Courage and boldness. Embracing of moral wholesomeness and achieving purity of thought through education & betterment
Temperance	Self-control	Gluttony	Constant mindfulness of others and one’s surroundings. Practicing abstention, moderation, & self-control
Charity	Will, Generosity	Greed	Willingness to give. A nobility thought or actions.
Diligence	Persistence, Effort	Sloth	A zealous and careful nature in one’s actions & work. Monitoring one’s activities to guard against laziness.
Patience	Peace	Wrath	Resolving conflicts peacefully as opposed to resorting to violence.
Kindness	Satisfaction	Envy	Sympathy without prejudice and for its own sake
Humility	Bravery, Modesty	Pride	Modest behaviour, selflessness and the giving of respect. Giving credit where credit is due.

While contemplating on the said Virtues, I believe that these are not that hard to follow. It is so simple to say and do. More on Universal Service to others.

POSITIVITY? Yes...

I will continue later on about each of the Virtues that oppose the Vices..

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