I say that virtue is really all about enjoying yourself, living fully; but of course it is far from obvious what living fully actually means.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Virtue is simply happiness, and happiness is a by-product of function. You are happy when you are functioning.
Virtue is an inner strength. It expands your nature.
Know then this truth, enough for man to know virtue alone is happiness below.
Virtue is akin to holiness, an attribute of godliness.
Virtue is a habit of the mind, consistent with nature and moderation and reason.
Virtue is something you have to get good at, like playing the trombone or tolerating bores at parties. Being a virtuous human being takes practice; and those who are brilliant at being human (what Christians call the saints) are the virtuosi of the moral sphere - the Pavarottis and Maradonas of virtue.
Virtues are acquired through endeavor, which rests wholly upon yourself.
The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts: therefore, guard accordingly, and take care that you entertain no notions unsuitable to virtue and reasonable nature.
Many people think that virtue consists of severity towards others.
Just as treasures are uncovered from the earth, so virtue appears from good deeds, and wisdom appears from a pure and peaceful mind. To walk safely through the maze of human life, one needs the light of wisdom and the guidance of virtue.
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