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The Seven Heavenly Virtues are [[Numerological Motif|seven]] basic concepts that will lead your soul to honor. Repeated in various forms throughout the world (and beyond), the universally assorted ways to be virtuous have many combinations and permutations, as shown in the examples below. However, the general gist of them can be found in this list - seven essential personality traits which guide people in morality. Undeniably, these are the basic "rules of behavior" for any true hero, [[Anti
They differ somewhat from the three theological virtues (love, hope, faith) and the four cardinal virtues (prudence, justice, temperance and fortitude) combined.
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'''[[Celibate Hero|Chastity]]''' - Being Unhindered by Worldly Desires. The ability to overcome temptation and show self-discipline. Note that the fulfillment of the virtue is not through lack of being tempted, but rather of making the conscious decision to better yourself rather than do what you know is morally wrong. This virtue is especially popular with [[Knight in Shining Armor]] types and any who choose to become [[The Fettered]]. Opposite of [[Lust]].
'''[[Determinator|Diligence]]''' - Being Steadfast in Work. Despite the problems that surface, no matter [[Screw Destiny|what stands in their way]], one with this virtue will accomplish their goals and stay true to their core beliefs. If there is work to be done, they will do their best to get it finished, and properly. This is a common trait of [[The Cape (trope)|The Cape]] and those that have [[Jumped At the Call]]. This is also the virtue most likely to be held by the [[Anti
'''[[Humble Hero|Humility]]''' - Being Modest in Self. What is [[Famed in Story|fame]], but a trapping for the weak? While those with this virtue may not seem like much at first, when all bets are down they will triumph over the loud and crass - if not in sheer power, then at least in poise. This virtue in its purest form is not self-hatred (a common mistake made by those with good intentions but self-esteem problems), but rather a sense of inner knowledge that one does not need to prove their greatness/[[
'''[[The Heart|Kindness]]''' - Being Good Towards All Life. [[Think Happy Thoughts|Everything will be okay somehow!]] is the motto of those that follow this virtue. Whether times are good or tough, those holding this virtue true to heart will endure in wishing the best for everyone. Embodied by the [[Broken Hero]] and [[The Pollyanna]] as well as the [[Friend to All Living Things]]. [[Class and Level System|Leveling up]] this virtue to max grants the ability [[Care Bear Stare]]. While this virtue may seem light-hearted, beware: if the strength of this virtue in a cute person is not enough, yet they depend on it in the face of adversity, it will [[Break the Cutie]]. Opposite of [[Green
'''[[Turn the Other Cheek|Patience]]''' - Being Peaceful in Goal. A willingness to forgive and show mercy. In the face of adversity they may hesitate, but in the end they will endorse stability, reject revenge, and accept the faults of others without prejudice. This virtue is almost always held by [[The Medic]], [[Actual Pacifist
'''[[Heroic Vow|Temperance]]''' - Being Controlled in Self. The moral decision slopes encountered through life are slippery, and it is easy to descend into unintended but [[Well
In addition, an eighth virtue of Justice is sometimes added.
For the living personification of these virtues, see [[Incorruptible Pure Pureness]]. For virtues common in villains, see [[Evil Virtues]]. For the evil counterpart, see the [[Seven Deadly Sins]].
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== Anime
* In ''[[Karakuridouji Ultimo]]'', there are fifty Douji representing positive traits. Ultimo and the Six Perfects of Buddhism are the strongest of them, fighting against the Douji based on negative traits (including the [[Seven Deadly Sins]]).
* The [[Shonen]] manga series ''[[Katekyo Hitman Reborn]]'' has the seven protagonists (battling for the right to inherit a powerful [[The Mafia|mafia]] family) embody the
* On the [[A Magic Contract Comes
== Comic Books ==
* A ''[[Justice Society of America]]'' storyline featuring the [[Shazam|Marvel Family]] introduced the Rock of Finality, [[Evil Counterpart]] to the Rock of Infinity. Within the Rock were statues of the Seven Sacred Virtues of Man, which presumably trapped the [[Anthropomorphic Personifications]] of the Virtues in the same way as their counterparts trap the Sins. Justice replaces Chastity, just as Injustice usually replaces Lust in the Seven Deadly Enemies.
== Film ==
* In ''[[Quest for Camelot]]'', the introduction to Camelot itself is accompanied by [[Crowning Music of Awesome|a chorus of all]] of the [[Knight in Shining Armor|Knights of the Round Table]] singing about unity of purpose. They go on to take their places at the table, each lifting their shield to honor their king, and then lowering it as they declare the virtue they most embody. There are far more than seven virtues listed, but 'faith', 'trust' (not exactly the same thing), 'strength', 'courage', 'kindness', 'balance', 'dignity', and 'honor' are listed, among others. Note that the main character's father laid down his shield on 'honor', and the villain laid his down with a shout of 'ME!'.
== Literature ==
* In Dante's ''[[Divine Comedy]]'', the seven virtues appear as beautiful maidens dancing around Beatrice's chariot in her triumphal procession at the end of Purgatory.
* From [[Terry Pratchett]]'s [[Discworld]]:
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** In ''[[Going Postal (Discworld)|Going Postal]]'', the (now) Eight Virtues are Fortitude, Patience, Chastity, Charity, Hope, Silence, Tubso and Bissonomy. Few people practice Tubso and Bissonomy in the busy modern world, because no-one remembers what they are.
* The ''Psychomachia'' (The Battle for the Soul of Man), by the Latin poet Prudentius, was written to depict the battle between the virtues and vices for the souls of mankind. Faith fights [Paganism], Chastity fights Lust, Patience [[Sheathe Your Sword|'fights']] Wrath, and so on.
* ''The Allegory of Love'' by [[
* In Garth Nix’s ''[[Keys to
** Dame Primus, the entity they merge into, is nothing of the sort at first. Charity's joining her does make a bit of an impact though. {{spoiler|And when Hope joins in, she becomes God.}}
* The ''[[
* The three theological virtues are poisonous to [[Our Vampires Are Different|the White Court]] in ''[[The Dresden Files]]''. They are also embodied by the three swords wielded by the Knights of the Cross: Fidelacchius (faith), Esperacchius (hope), and Amoracchius (love).
== Religion ==
* The precursor to the seven heavenly virtues are the Cardinal virtues, first penned by Plato and Aristotle, and the Theological virtues, taken from the New Testament. They are as follows:
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'''Theological''': Faith, Hope, and Love (also called Charity). }}
* Buddhism teaches the Noble Eightfold Path, consisting of: Right view, Right intention, Right speech, Right action, Right livelihood, Right effort, Right mindfulness, and Right concentration.
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* This is also related to the "Fruits of the Spirit", also from the New Testament: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. They are so named because the belief is that the Spirit will grow (like a fruit) these qualities in you.
* The Charge of the Goddess names the eight virtues as wisdom, beauty, strength, power, mirth, reverence, compassion and humility.
== Tabletop Games ==
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** Pagan: Energetic, Generous, Honest, Lustful, Proud.
** Wotanic: Generous, Indulgent, Proud, Reckless, Worldly.
* In the ''[[New World of
** The Virtues on their list don't precisely match the list given here, let us note. In alphabetical order: Charity, Faith, Fortitude, Hope, Justice, Prudence, Temperance.
* ''[[
== Theatre ==
* In the musical ''Camelot'', Mordred has a song about "The Seven Deadly Virtues", which he lists as Courage, Purity, Humility, Honesty, Diligence, Charity, and Fidelity.
== Video Games ==
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** The people of [[Parallel Universe|Killorn Keep]] in ''[[Ultima Underworld|Ultima Underworld II]]'' observe a dystopian set of virtues: sobriety, punctuality, obedience, vigilance, conformity, efficiency, silence, diligence.
** In ''[[Ultima|Ultima VII part 2: Serpent Isle]]'', the (now extinct and vanished, respectively) followers of Chaos and Order each had a set of virtues: Tolerance, Enthusiasm and Emotion for Chaos, and Ethicality, Discipline and Logic for Order. Interestingly, these are not considered opposites to each other, but instead complement each other in Balance, which is considered optimal. (Logic and Emotion creates Rationality, etc, making the virtues of Balance.) Conversely, embracing one while rejecting the other causes imbalance and becomes "anti-virtues": Emotion without Logic is Insanity, and Discipline without Enthusiasm becomes Apathy.
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* In ''[[Daemon Bride]]'', each of the Angel side Brides represents one of the seven virtues. Michael represents Righteousness, Uriel represents Courage, Rafael represents Wisdom, Gabriel represents Love, Zadkiel represents Loyalty / Faith, Metatron represents Fidelity / Chastity, and Haniel represents Prudence.
== Web Comics ==
* ''[[
▲* ''[[Sins (Webcomic)|Sins]]'' has personifications of the seven heavenly virtues as some of the characters. In a subversion, they tend to suffer their virtues rather than embody them, and most are bitter about it (when not outright morally questionable).
== Real Life ==
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