Prudence
Prudence
Prudence (/ˈpruːdəns/), from the Latin prudentia meaning "foresight, sagacity", is the ability to govern and discipline oneself by the use of reason. It is classically considered to be a virtue, and in particular one of the four Cardinal virtues.
Etymology
The word Prudence originates from the Latin word prudentia, which means "foresight, sagacity". It is often associated with wisdom, insight, and knowledge. In this case, the virtue is the ability to judge between actions with regard to appropriate actions at a given time.
Definition
Prudence is the ability to discern the appropriate course of action to be taken in a given situation at the appropriate time. It involves the ability to recognize dangers and calculate risks, moral and otherwise, and to act accordingly. Prudence is closely related to wisdom, and is often associated with being wise.
Related Terms
- Wisdom: The ability to think and act using knowledge, experience, understanding, common sense, and insight.
- Virtue: A trait or quality that is deemed to be morally good and thus is valued as a foundation of principle and good moral being.
- Cardinal virtues: The four virtues of Prudence, Justice, Fortitude, and Temperance.
- Reason: The capacity for consciously making sense of things, applying logic, and adapting or justifying practices, institutions, and beliefs based on new or existing information.
- Sagacity: The quality of being sagacious; having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgement; wisdom.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Prudence
- Wikipedia's article - Prudence
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