By Sandy McDonnell
What virtues are most important for strong character?
“Ten Essential Virtues” by Prof. Tom Lickona, provides a comprehensive list of virtues from which to choose:
- The ancient Greeks named four “Cardinal Virtues.” They considered wisdom to be the master virtue, the one that directs all the others.
- The second Cardinal Virtue named by the Greeks is justice
- The third Cardinal Virtue, a much-neglected virtue, is fortitude.
- The fourth Cardinal Virtue named by the Greeks is self-control
Continue reading the article for a more in-depth description of these and other virtues.
