Virtues, The Cardinal.--The four virtues, namely, Prudence, Justice,
Temperance and Fortitude, which Solomon sets forth in the Book of
Wisdom, VIII, 7, are called Cardinal Virtues because they are most
important in the Christian Life. They may be briefly defined as
follows:
PRUDENCE, choosing the right and knowing what means to employ for
accomplishing it.
JUSTICE, rendering to all their dues.
TEMPERENCE, the virtue of self-control in all things.
FORTITUDE, bravery in doing God's Will.