The Seven Deadly Sins and the Opposing Virtues

The Seven Deadly Sins and the Opposing Virtues

The seven deadly sins, also known as the capital vices or cardinal sins 

Anger: inordinate feelings of hatred and anger

Greed: a sin of excess

Lust: an intense desire

Gluttony: over-indulgence

Pride: excessive love of self

Sloth: laxity in keeping the faith

Envy: discontent towards someone's traits, status, abilities, or rewards

The Seven Capital Virtues that Oppose the Seven Deadly Sins

Patience: steadfast despite opposition, difficulty, or adversity

Charity: benevolent goodwill toward or love of humanity

Chastity: purity in conduct and intention

Temperance: moderation in action, thought, or feeling

Humility: not proud or haughty : not arrogant or assertive

Diligence: persevering application

Kindness: the quality or state of being kind

. . . Prayer to be Freed from the Seven Deadly Sins

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