Seven Deadly Sins
Pride
is excessive belief in one's own abilities, that
interferes with the individual's recognition of the grace of God. It has been
called the sin from which all others arise. Pride is also known as Vanity.
Envy
is the desire for others' traits, status, abilities, or situation.
Gluttony
is an inordinate desire to consume more than that which one requires.
Lust
is an inordinate craving for the pleasures of the body.
Anger
is manifested in the individual who spurns love and opts instead for fury. It
is also known as Wrath.
Greed
is the desire for material wealth or gain, ignoring the realm of the spiritual.
It is also called Avarice or Covetousness.
Sloth
is the avoidance of physical or spiritual work.
1. Prudence
(to discipline oneself with reason, in
speech, dress and behavior)
2. Temperance
(moderation in all things, including thoughts,
or action)
3. Fortitude
(strength in mind to bear misfortune, to have
courage)
4. Justice
(treating fairly, conformity to truth, to
uphold what is right)
5. Faith (complete trust, confidence and reliance)
6. Hope (to cherish a desire with expectation of
fulfillment)
7. Love or Charity (unselfish loyal and benevolent concern
for the good of others)
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