1806. Prudence is the virtue that disposes practical reason to discern our true good in every circumstance and to choose the right means of achieving it; “the prudent man looks where he is going.”65 “Keep sane and sober for your prayers.”66 Prudence is “right reason in action,” writes St. Thomas Aquinas, following Aristotle.67 It is not to be confused with timidity or fear, nor with duplicity or dissimulation. It is called auriga virtutum (the charioteer of the virtues); it guides the other virtues by setting rule and measure. It is prudence that immediately guides the judgment of conscience. the prudent man determines and directs his conduct in accordance with this judgment. With the help of this virtue we apply moral principles to particular cases without error and overcome doubts about the good to achieve and the evil to avoid.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
87. In what way is Jesus Christ true God and true man?
157. Who is the Head of this body?
425. What is the relationship between grace and human freedom?
96. What does the “Immaculate Conception” mean?
239. What are the criteria for the proper use of singing and music in liturgical celebrations?
70. Where does the soul come from?
307. Who is the minister of this sacrament?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does the Bible teach about transforming the body?
How does Lamentations address the issue of human suffering?
How can faith influence Christian behavior according to 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12?
What is the significance of Christ being the Head of Creation, as mentioned in Colossians 1:15-17?
What is the church’s role in promoting reconciliation according to Philemon 1:6?
What does the Bible teach about the importance of humility and modesty?
