Wednesday, July 26, 2006

Trying to find the balance

I have learned that there are a bunch of quizes online about the 7 deadly sins, but hardly anything on the Seven Contrary Virtues...you know, the things you're supposed to do to protect yourself against the seven deadly sins (aka the good/fun stuff).

Here are the sins with their counteracting virtues:
superbia (pride) vs. humilitas (humility, modesty)
avaritia (avarice) vs. liberalis (liberality, will, generosity)
luxuria (lust) vs. virtus (chastity, purity)
invidia (envy) vs. humanitas (kindness, satisfaction)
gula (gluttony) vs. frenum (self-control, abstinence)
ira (wrath) vs. patientia (patience, peace)
acedia (sloth) vs. industria (diligence, ethics)


I think I'm pretty much screwed on the lust sin...I don't have much in the way of chastity or purity. The same can be said of the lack of self-control and abstinence. Well I guess if I can keep the other five in check, I'll be ok. :-)

The Seven Countrary Virtues

Humilitas - Modest behavior, selflessness, and the giving of respect.
Liberalis -
Generosity. Willingness to give. A nobility of thought or actions.
Virtus -
Courage and boldness. Embracing of moral wholesomeness and achieving purity of thought through education and betterment.
Humanitas -
Charity, compassion, friendship and sympathy without prejudice.
Frenum - Constant mindfulness of others and one's surroundings; practicing self-control, abstention, and moderation.
Patientia -
Forebearance and endurance through moderation. Resolving conflicts peacefully, as opposed to resorting to violence.
Industria - A zealous and careful nature in one's actions and work. Decisive work ethic.

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