Seven Chief Virtues
Series 5
A series of teachings of virtue related to the seven chief virtues, what they are, and how to practice, protect, and cultivate them. These sections are longer and more in-depth than the teachings up to this point. The teachings up to this point where simply to set the groundwork for the teaches herein. This is where the real richness of the Christian teachings of virtue begins.
Here lies the heart of the virtuous life—the seven chief virtues that reflect the character of Christ and the glory of God. These virtues are not merely moral ideals; they are supernatural gifts made possible by grace. As each one is explored in depth, you’ll be equipped to live faithfully, love deeply, and endure courageously—so that Christ may be formed in you.
Part 1: The Virtue of Faith
Part 2: The Virtue of Hope

Part 3: The Virtue of Charity

Part 4: The Virtue of Prudence

Part 5: The Virtue of Justice

Part 6: The Virtue of Fortitude

Part 7: The Virtue of Temperance

Part 8: The Unity of the Virtues
List of The 7 Chief Virtues:
- Virtue of Faith
- The virtue of faith enables one to believe in and surrender to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, the Holy Trinity, Sacred Scripture, and all the truths God has revealed—for God Himself is Truth.
- Virtue of Hope
- The virtue of hope enables one to trust in God and the promise of Christ for eternal life—divinely inspiring one to desire God’s will on earth and union with God's love in Heaven as one's utmost happiness and ultimate end.
- Virtue of Charity
- The virtue of charity enables one to love God above all things—moving one to love God, neighbor, and self, not for one's own sake, but for God’s sake.
- Virtue of Prudence
- The virtue of prudence enables one to discern and direct what is right.
- Virtue of Justice
- The virtue of justice enables one to do and uphold what is right.
- Virtue of Fortitude
- The virtue of fortitude enables one to endure difficulties and trials.
- Virtue of Temperance
- The virtue of temperance enables one to moderate desires and temptations.
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