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Humility

August 18, 2019 by admin

”It was pride that changed angels into devils; it is humility that turns men into angels”

– St. Augustine

Definition:

  • Appreciation for the gifts of others (eduinvirtue)
  • Not thinking you are better than other people (virtuesforlife)
  • A quality opposing pride so that one can see himself properly (New Advent)

Vices:

  • Excess: Self-loathing: Actually rooted from pride, but manifesting in a lack of appreciation for your own gifts
  • Deficit: Pridefulness: thinking yourself above other people

Example:

Taking a compliment without letting it go to your head; taking criticism without letting it bring you down
Related Virtues: Accepting, Clarity, Sensible, Wisdom, Modesty

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