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| − | '''Goodness''' | + | '''Goodness''' can be defined as the state or quality of being good; defined by positive traits such as moral excellence; honesty; kindness; generosity. Goodness is one of the fruits of the [[Holy Spirit]]. It refers to the [[virtue]] of being [[Good and evil|good]] of [[mind]] and [[spirit]]. |
The [[Fruits of the Holy Spirit]] are perfections that the Holy Spirit forms in us as the first fruits of eternal glory. The tradition of the Church lists twelve of them, while {{Bible ref|book=Galatians|chap=5|verses=22-23|version=KJV}} lists nine. | The [[Fruits of the Holy Spirit]] are perfections that the Holy Spirit forms in us as the first fruits of eternal glory. The tradition of the Church lists twelve of them, while {{Bible ref|book=Galatians|chap=5|verses=22-23|version=KJV}} lists nine. | ||
[[Category:Virtues]] | [[Category:Virtues]] | ||
Revision as of 20:23, December 2, 2012
Goodness can be defined as the state or quality of being good; defined by positive traits such as moral excellence; honesty; kindness; generosity. Goodness is one of the fruits of the Holy Spirit. It refers to the virtue of being good of mind and spirit.
The Fruits of the Holy Spirit are perfections that the Holy Spirit forms in us as the first fruits of eternal glory. The tradition of the Church lists twelve of them, while Galatians 5:22-23 (KJV) lists nine.