Who Would Jesus Vote For?

Historically the 7 Cardinal Virtues were derived from an epic poem by Prudentius, a Roman Catholic Poet (c. 410), named Psychomachia (“Contest of the Soul”). Those who practiced these virtues were supposed to be protected from the Seven Deadly Sins. For this reason the virtues were also referred to as the contrary values.It is worth noting that we have chosen not to include the three theological virtues of “love”, “hope”, and “faith” because they were/are thought to be unnatural to man and are only bestowed upon baptism. Since this is clearly a foolish line of thinking we have decided to go instead with the virtues and definitions listed below.

• Chastity –
  Courage and boldness. Embracing of moral wholesomeness and achieving purity of thought through education and betterment.
• Abstinence –
  Constant mindfulness of others and one’s surroundings; practicing self-control, abstention, and moderation.
• Liberality –
  Generosity. Willingness to give. A nobility of thought or actions.
• Diligence –
  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 –
  Forbearance and endurance through moderation. Resolving conflicts peacefully, as opposed to resorting to violence. The ability to forgive; to show mercy to sinners.
• Kindness –
  Charity, compassion, friendship, and sympathy without prejudice and for its own sake.
• Humility –
  Modest behavior, selflessness, and the giving of respect. Giving credit where credit is due; not unfairly glorifying one’s own self.

References:

• Wikipedia – Seven Virtues
• 7 Deadly Sins – Virtues