How to Act Virtuously?

A person acts virtuously if they "possess and live the virtues" A virtue is a moral characteristic that a person needs to live well.

What makes a person virtuous?

Virtue is defined as "the quality of moral excellence, righteousness, and responsibility" (Pg. 73) While studying what makes a virtuous person their character rather than actions are studied. Honesty, courage, moderation, compassion, wisdom and loyalty are a few examples of the characteristics of a virtuous person.

What does it mean to live virtuously?

To live virtuously means exercising the part of the mind that practices reason and excellence; this life of excellence is what should be attained in accordance with reason.