The three revealed virtues

One way correct reasoning can be developed is through the cultivation of the three revealed virtues, which Aquinas referred to as 'articles of faith'

• Faith
• Hope
• Love (charity)

For Aquinas, the three revealed virtues are the superlative virtues that direct and define all other virtues

• They are absolute and perfect
• They cannot be fully achieved in this world, but are a standard to aim at
• They enable a human being to strive towards the end of supernatural union with God - this state of perfect happiness is…