This week we will start to get into the cardinal (or natural) virtues. The word “cardinal” means, literally, “Hinge.” Prudence, courage, temperence, and justice are the virtues from which all other virtues come.
The first one is often a misunderstood virtue, being written off as boring. To help you be ready for this here are a couple places to go:
What is Prudence? LIFE TEEN.com answers simply…http://lifeteen.com/2-12-what-is-prudence/
What makes a decision prudent? Edward Sri breaks it open… http://www.catholiceducation.org/articles/religion/re0961.htm
What are the cardinal virtues? Dr. Peter Kreeft answers…http://www.catholiceducation.org/articles/religion/re0017.html
Classical Depiction of the Cardinal Virtues
