Definition
"Freedom from pride and arrogance; accurate self-assessment; lowliness before God; receptivity"
Classification
Category
moral
Cardinal Virtue
Temperance
Type
potential
Clinical Applications
- •Narcissism and entitlement
- •Grandiosity masking fragility
- •Inability to acknowledge limitations
- •Shame masquerading as false modesty
CCMMP Integration
We are Created humble—accurately seeing ourselves as creatures dependent on God. Fallen pride falsely elevates self; false humility despises self. True humility acknowledges both our real dignity as God's beloved and our dependence on His grace.
Virtue Overview
Category
moral
Cardinal Virtue
Temperance
Therapeutic Tags
self_esteemresiliencepurpose