The Cardinal and Theological Virtues

Question 1

Cardinal Virtues

Answer 1

The cardinal virtues are four essential virtues for Christian living: prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance.

Question 2

Prudence

Answer 2

The virtue that guides a person to choose good and avoid evil, often referred to as the “rudder virtue” for its role in navigating moral dilemmas.

Question 3

Justice

Answer 3

The Cardinal Virtue focuses on rights and duties in relationships, ensuring we give to God and others, especially the poor and oppressed, what is rightfully due to them.

Question 4

Temperance

Answer 4

The cardinal virtue by which one moderates one’s appetites and passions to achieve balance in using created goods.

Question 5

Fortitude

Answer 5

The strength or courage to maintain moral judgment and behavior during difficulties and challenges.

Question 6

Faith

Answer 6

Faith is the gift of God where one freely accepts God’s revelation in Jesus Christ, involving both the head and the heart.

Question 7

Hope

Answer 7

Hope is the trust in God’s promise of eternal life and the belief that His grace is working in the world through the Holy Spirit.

Question 8

Love

Answer 8

The Theological Virtue by which we love God above all things and, from that love, love our neighbors as ourselves.