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theological virtues
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theological virtues — n. Theol. the three virtues (faith, hope, and charity) that have God as their immediate object … English World dictionary
theological virtues — theological virtues, faith, hope, and charity (I Corinthians 13:13) … Useful english dictionary
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Theological virtues — Virtue Vir tue (?; 135), n. [OE. vertu, F. vertu, L. virtus strength, courage, excellence, virtue, fr. vir a man. See {Virile}, and cf. {Virtu}.] 1. Manly strength or courage; bravery; daring; spirit; valor. [Obs.] Shak. [1913 Webster] Built too… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Theological Virtues — The three virtues, Faith, Hope and Charity or Love, as enumerated by St. Paul in the 13th chapter of 1 Corinthians, are called Theological Virtues because they are the gift of God and have God for their object. They may be explained as follows … American Church Dictionary and Cyclopedia
theological virtues — This term refers to the three theological virtues of faith, hope, and charity (or love), which are divinely infused gifts that enable their recipients to live a life of friendship with God and love of neighbor so they will merit eternal life … Glossary of theological terms
theological virtues — plural noun the three virtues of faith, hope, and charity. Often contrasted with natural virtues … English new terms dictionary
theological virtues — Теологические добродетели … Вестминстерский словарь теологических терминов
Virtues and vices — Virtues and vices are essential concepts of moral philosophy as they represent the strengths and weaknesses of humanity. Among the main themes in the writings of Plato, Aristotle, and other ancient philosophers is the attainment of a virtuous… … Dictionary of Renaissance art
virtues — Ancient philosophers agreed that there were four cardinal virtues: justice, wisdom, courage and moderation. There was disagreement, however, on quite how they were related: was it possible to have one without having the others or were they… … Christian Philosophy
