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| embezzlement | the sin of taking funds that are not yours, from a business, an organization, or the government |
| plagiarism | using another person's thoughts, creative ideas, writings, music, and so forth without permission and presenting them as one's own. It is a form of stealing and a sin against the Seventh Commandment. |
| common good | concern for the well-being and needs of all. |
| envy | jealousy, resentment, or sadness because of another person's good fortune; a capital sin. |
| preferential option | a moral obligation for individuals and for the Church that requires special attention to those who are poor or "counted of little importance" in our world |
| detraction | revealing something about another person that is true but harmful to his or her reputation. |
| calumny | ruining the reputation of another person by lying or spreading rumors. |
| slander | basically, another word for calumny |
| reparation | Making amends for something one did wrong that cause harm to another person ort led to loss. |
| cardinal virtues | the four virtues on which are eternal life "hinges" |
| theological virtues | faith, hope and love |
| justice | helps us render the fairness due each person -- giving God and neighbor their "due;" making things "right" |
| prudence | helps a person discern (figure out) the good and choose the best way to accomplish it |
| temperance | moderates the attraction of pleasure and provides balance in the use of created goods |
| fortitude | spiritual strength; ensures firmness in difficulties and consistency in doing good. |
| grace | the free and undeserved gift of God's loving and active presence |
| conversion | turning away from sin and turning toward God |
| voluntary simplicity | taking on a simple life for the good of those who have little and for the future of the planet |
| Renewing the Earth | the U.S. bishop's letter urging corporations to be responsible with regards to the environment--also, urging all learned people to work together for solutions with regards to environmental problems |
| The Seventh Commandment | You shall not steal. |
| The Eighth Commandment | You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. |
| The Tenth Commandment | You shall not covet your neighbor's goods. |
| virtues | habits of the heart acquired through repeated action; firm attitudes that govern our passions and guide our conduct |
