religion chap 6 Flashcards
cardinal virtues
the four principal moral virtues prudence temperance justice and fortitude that help us live as children of God and from which the other moral virtues flow we strengthen these good habits through gods grace and our efforts
prudence
is knowing what is right and good and chosing it prudence helps you be practical and make the correct decisions on what is morally good with help of the holy spirit and a well formed conscience
temperance
is keeping a balence in life temperance helps you use moderation be discipilined and have self control
justice
is giving God and each person their due justice helps you build up the community by respecting rights and promoting the common good
fortitude
is showing courage especially in the face of evil fortitude gives you strength to get though difficult times and helps you not give up what you are doing