Life in virtue

Without virtue, man can have no happiness in this world - Benjamin Franklin

Virtues. Manliness. Strength.

Virtue is a source of strength in a person. It is the preternatural instinct embedded within the human spirit, that identifies the difference between right and wrong. It is what governs the way we behave. It is the central backbone of the human conscience and morality.

It involves a code of ehtics that give rise to responsibility and kindness. It is the father to sportsmanship and good will amongst friends, family as well as rivals.

Yet, virtues can differ from one person to the next, changing according to circumstances and situations. And amidst this wide range of virtuous difference that exists in this sea of people, we are left to ask, which is the most virtuous and magnificent of all the codes of conducts which we follow? Be kindness more important than honor? Should courage be held in highest esteem as compared to humility? Is love more important than justice?

What would happen when our code of ethics is put in question? What if you are forced to make a difficult decision that challenges the very virtues that you live by? What will you do?

What is your code of ethics? What is it that gives you the strength to act on despite challenges? Have you ever wondered why you make the choices that you make in life? Are you driven by courage, strength or bravery? Do you believe in the power of humility or love? Discover yourself. Find the virtues that are instilled within you.

Live by the code
Die by the code
Find yourself in faith
Brand yourself in it

Set afire yonder heart
Shed light upon the inner self
Close away the shadows of uncertainty
Live within virtuous tenacity

Know oh child of the blind
That laws govern your heart
Find peace in them
Reach for tranquility's storm

Find your tunes of harmony
Seek for balance
Only you can find the light
For you are the one who sheds it

Shine...shine...shine...