Virtues
A cornerstone of Virtue Ethics
Virtues are stable dispositions towards morally good ways of thinking, feeling, and acting.
Simply put it is a thing that us "just good on its own"
Classical Virtues
Some key virtues recognized across different philosophical traditions:
Courage: Bravery and facing difficulties or dangers.
Temperance: Self-control, moderation, and balance.
Wisdom: Knowledge, insight, and sound judgment.
Justice: Fairness and giving each person what is due.
Honesty: Truthfulness and integrity.
Compassion: Sympathy and care for the suffering of others.
Other Virtues
Prudence
Benevolence
Fidelity
Charity
Gratitude
Humility
Patience
Perseverance
Forgiveness
Modern debates: Are there virtues relevant to contemporary life that might need to be added to the classics? (e.g., digital responsibility, environmental conscientiousness
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