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Meekness

moral

Definition

"Gentle and humble demeanor; strength controlled and directed aright; not aggressive or harsh"

Classification

Category

moral

Cardinal Virtue

Temperance

Type

potential

Clinical Applications

  • Anger outbursts and aggression
  • Passive-aggressive patterns
  • Rage damaging relationships
  • Difficulty expressing anger appropriately

CCMMP Integration

We are Created meek—capable of gentle strength that doesn't blast others with rage. Fallen meekness becomes either seething resentment or out-of-control anger. Grace enables meek strength—powerful enough to set boundaries yet gentle enough to respect others' dignity.

Virtue Overview

Category

moral

Cardinal Virtue

Temperance

Therapeutic Tags

angerrelationshipsstress
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