Classical Virtues

The canon

The seven virtues

The seven classical virtues that order this collection: four cardinal and three theological. Each one gathers the stories that teach it.

The cardinal virtues

The four hinges of a good life.

I
Prudence
The wisdom to choose well.
- The Ant and the Grasshopper, narrated4 min
II
Justice
Giving each their due.
- The Woodcutter’s Axe, narrated4 min
- The Cherry Tree, narrated2 min
III
Fortitude
Standing firm when it is hard.
Also called courage
- Dietrich Bonhoeffer, narrated3 min
- The Three Men, narrated6 min
IV
Temperance
Moderation and gentle self-mastery.
- The Boy and the Filberts, narrated4 min

The theological virtues

Faith, hope, and love.

Faith, forthcoming
Trust that holds fast.
Forthcoming
Hope, forthcoming
Looking forward in good cheer.
Forthcoming
VII
Charity
Love that gives without counting the cost.
Also called love
- David and Mephibosheth, narrated3 min
- Androcles and the Lion, narrated3 min

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