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ArtistA steadfast gnome with a braided auburn beard and a rugged, weathered face stands as the embodiment of Fortitudo, the Cardinal Virtue of Courage. He wears a sturdy bronze breastplate over dark green robes, symbolizing resilience and inner strength. In one hand, he grips a mighty oak staff wrapped with vines, while the other rests confidently on a round shield emblazoned with a roaring lion. His tall, iron-gray hat is adorned with a single feather, symbolizing valor amidst adversity. Behind him, a stormy mountainscape rises, with a narrow path leading to a glowing summit, representing perseverance. The gnome’s gaze is fierce and unyielding, reflecting the will to overcome any challenge. Lightning illuminates the scene, underscoring the raw power and determination of Fortitudo.
Heroic Gnome in a Stormy Landscape
The image depicts a powerful wizard with a striking red beard and a tall, pointed hat. He stands heroically, wielding a staff and a shield featuring a lion, amidst a stormy, dramatic landscape.
In addition to the seven deadly sins that play a role in the Catholic tradition,
a list of the seven virtues has also been established, consisting of the four cardinal virtues and the later added three divine or theological virtues.
These are:
Prudentia (Prudence - wisdom - insight)
Iustitia (Justice - righteousness)
Temperantia (Temperance - moderation - self-control)
Fortitudo (Courage - strength - perseverance - steadfastness - focus)
Fides (Faith), often described in Latin texts as Pietas
Spes (Hope)
Caritas (Charity/Love - altruism)