Do the theological virtues apply to mundane situations?
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From my limited understanding of Catholic theology, the theological virtues (*pistis*, *elpis*, *agape*) apply to God and God's promises. That is, *pistis* is belief in the correctness of divine revelation, *elpis* is the hope of eternal life, and *agape* is love for God. The standard English translation (faith, hope, and love/charity) gives a somewhat broader impression, however. Are these virtues interpreted as applying to somewhat wordly things, as well? Are they virtues in their **common meanings**?
For example:
- Does *pistis* include faith in other human beings in the colloquial sense (not exclusive of faith in God) ?
- Does *elpis* include hope that God will save one from worldly temptation? From depression or disease? Hope that one will be physically saved from danger? Hope that one will be saved by "accident" or by other people (possibly interpreted as ultimately attributable to God)?
- Does *agape* include a general love of humans for humanity? Charitable giving?
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May 4, 2018, 01:51 AM
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