The 7 Holy Virtues

Writen by Iptamenos Ollandos 1:49 μ.μ. - 2 Comments

 

Ranked in ascending order of sanctity, the seven holy virtues are:

* Chastity Αγνότητα,(Latin, Castitas) (purity, opposes Lust, Latin Luxuria) —
Embracing of moral wholesomeness and achieving purity of body and thought through education and betterment.

* Temperance Μετριοπάθεια, (Latin, Temperare) (self-control, opposes Gluttony, Latin Gula) —
Practicing self-control, abstention, and moderation.

* Charity Φιλανθρωπία, (Latin, Liberalitas) (will, generosity, opposes Greed, Latin Avaritia) —
Generosity. Willingness to give. A nobility of thought or actions.

* Diligence Επιμέλεια, (Latin, Industria) (ethics, opposes Sloth, Latin Acedia) —
A zealous and careful nature in one's actions and work. Decisive work ethic. Budgeting one's time; monitoring one's own activities to guard against laziness.

* Patience Υπομονή, (Latin, Patientia) (peace, opposes Wrath, Latin Ira) —
Forbearance and endurance through moderation. Resolving conflicts peacefully, as opposed to resorting to violence. The ability to forgive; to show mercy to sinners.

* Kindness Καλοσύνη, (Latin, Humanitas) (satisfaction, opposes Envy, Latin Invidia) —
Charity, compassion, friendship, and sympathy without prejudice and for its own sake.

* Humility Ταπεινοφροσύνη, (Latin, Humilitas) (modesty, opposes Pride, Latin Superbia) —
Modest behavior, selflessness, and the giving of respect. Giving credit where credit is due; not unfairly glorifying one's own self.

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