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The Seven Heavenly Virtues

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The seven heavenly virtues were a set of values that Pope Gregory I outlined as opposite to his list of deadly sins.  They are divided into Plato's four Cardinal Virtues:  Justice, Temperance, Strength, and Prudence, and St. Paul's three Theological Virtues:  Charity, Faith, and Hope.  The Cardinal Virtues were character traits said to result in a virtuous life, while the Theological Virtues were qualities said to result in salvation from God.

Justice
Fairness and reason.

The sin opposite is Wrath.

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Temperance
Moderation and abstinence.

The sin opposite is Gluttony.

Strength
Physical and moral courage.

The sin opposite is Lust.

Prudence
Forsight and discipline.

The sin opposite is Sloth.

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Charity
"Love thy neighbor."

The sin opposite is Greed.

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Faith
Belief and Trust in God.

The sin opposite is Pride.

Hope
Confidence that desires will be met.

The sin opposite is Envy.

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