Christian Virtues
Abhorrence of evil Honesty Separation, being set apart
Abounding in good works Honorability Service
Abstinence from the appearance Hope Shamefacedness, no pretension,
of evil Hospitality respect
Approval of excellent things Humility Silence, quiet
Bearing all things Incorruption, soundness Simplicity, purity, innocence
Bearing one another’s burdens Instance in prayer Sincerity, being unsullied
Belief in Christ Joy Singleness of heart, frankness,
Blamelessness Justice, fairness dedication
Blessing those who persecute you Kindness Sobriety, self-control, prudence,
Boldness Knowledge thoughtfulness
Brotherly love Like-mindedness, being agreeable Sorrow, grieving, sympathy
Charity, compassion Longsuffering Sound mind, self-discipline
Chastity, virtue Love Speaking kindly and uprightly
Cheerfulness in giving Lowliness Spirituality
Circumspection Making others rich Standing fast, firmness
Cleanliness Meekness Strength in faith
Being completely filled Mercy Strength in graciousness
Confidence, trust Might, power Strength in the Lord
Constructive communication Minding own business Striving together for good
Contentment, peace, no worry Moderation Subjection, obedience, orderliness
Courtesy Modesty Submission to righteous authority
Diligence Obedience Supplication
Ease in entreatment Orderliness Support of the weak
Edification Patience Teaching what is good
Endurance Peacefulness Being temperate, in full control
Entertaining strangers Perfection, completion, wholeness of oneself
Equality Perseverance Tenderheartedness
Esteem, regard Piety Thankfulness
Example-setting Pity, tenderheartedness Touching no unclean thing
Faithfulness Praising Transformation, transfiguration
Fear, respect of God Prayerfulness without ceasing Trust in God
Fervency in spirit Preferring others, deference Truthfulness, dependability,
Fidelity, trustworthiness Proving all things, examining honesty
Following that which is good Purity, sincerity, cleanliness Understanding, insight
Foolishness to the world Quiet, peace Unity in the faith
Forbearance Reception Being unmovable
Forgiveness Recompensing no evil Vigilance, watchfulness
Gentleness Reconciliation to God Virtue, moral excellence
Glory in tribulation Rejoicing Watchfulness, alertness
Godliness, piety Being renewed Weeping with those who weep
Goodness, uprightness, kindness Beyond rebuke or reproach Well doing, benevolence
Goodwill Repentance Wisdom, experience, helpfulness
Graveness, solemnity, seriousness Resisting the devil Working with own hands
Harmlessness Righteousness Worshipfulness
Hearing Ruling well Worthiness, deserve, propriety
Holiness Same mindedness Zealousness, striving
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Doctrine and Practice
Charts 12-14, 12-15
Christian Virtues and
Unchristian Vices
Explanation
One may glean from the writings of the New Testament references to dozens of virtues
and vices. Chart -, on the one hand, offers a simple listing of the numerous virtues
expected of a true Christian. The list is long, and without the blessings of the Spirit of God
no person can acquire all these many traits of righteousness. But with the help of God, lives
can be transformed and these attributes of divine nature can be enjoyed by the Saints.
Consulting and reviewing this list will help the meek and humble followers of Christ to
grow in goodness and godliness.
Chart -, on the other hand, tabulates the many vices that Christians are warned
and counseled to shun. Lists of virtues and vices are often found in scripture (as in the
Ten Commandments), as well as in the moralistic writings of the Hellenistic age. In the
New Testament, one famous list of eight divine virtues is found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, and a
trenchant list of ten wicked vices is given in 1 Corinthians 6:9–10. Charts - and -
combine to produce a comprehensive profile of what it means to be a true Christian in
terms of human ethics and moral behavior.
References
John T. Fitzgerald, “Virtue/Vice Lists,” ABD, 6:857–59.
“Exemplary Life,” WRC, 15–16.
Charting the New Testament, © 2002 Welch, Hall, FARMS
