Originally published as For Heaven's Sake : Thomas Nelson,1986 (verso t.p.)

Includes bibliographical references

A civilization at risk : whatever became of virtue? -- Western culture on the couch : a spiritual psychoanalysis -- Spiritual history 101 : how did we get to the edge? -- Justice, wisdom, courage, and moderation : the four cardinal virtues -- Faith, hope, and love : the three theological virtues -- The Beatitudes confront the seven deadly sins -- Poor in spirit vs. proud in heart -- Giving mercy vs. getting things (avarice) -- Blessed mourning vs. mourning at others' blessedness (envy) -- The meek and the peacemakers vs. the anger-driven -- Hungering for righteousness vs. satisfied with sloth -- Pure of heart vs. lustful of heart -- Courage under persecution vs. self -indulgence (gluttony) -- In conclusion : the winsomeness of virtue

Kreeft issues a clear call to all Christians to get back to their active pursuit of real virtue in their daily lives. This in-depth analysis of the meaning of the virtues and their connection with the Beatitudes also summarizes a scriptural and theological wisdom on leading
a holy life. Includes the accumulated wisdom of St. Paul, C.S. Lewis, and many others. --From publisher's description