temperance (sōphrosunē) is the mean of pleasure (hēdonē) and pain (lupē): between licentiousness, intemperance, profligacy, dissipation, etc. (akolasia) and insensibility (anaisthētos)
moderation or voluntary self-restraint
perfected: not having vicious desires
attributes:
sustainable
independent
Sustainability of Temperance
autonomy
cycle of Temperance
contentment
Sub-virtues
inner sincerity
autonomy
chastity
modesty
humility
self-regulation, self-restraint
hospitality
decorum
abstinence
continence
forgiveness
Dependencies
Major
Abundance: encourages and makes Temperance sustainable
Charity: the joy of giving may bring about additional Temperance. The willpower of self-restraint can encourage Voluntarism (Charity)
Justice: the arguments coming from Justice may justify Temperance. Justice is discovered easier by the temperate.
Correspondences
Islam
Akhlaq (Good Character and Manners): The Prophet Muhammad placed great emphasis on good character, kindness, forgiveness, and courtesy in interactions.
Haya (Modesty and Humility): It involves modesty not just in dress and behavior but also in attitude, promoting humility and decency.
Christianity
Temperance: Self-control and moderation in all things.
Humility: Often considered the greatest virtue in Orthodoxy, humility is the foundation of a true Christian life.
Judaism
Shalom (Peace): Shalom goes beyond the absence of conflict and encompasses completeness, welfare, and harmony in all aspects of life.
Kavod (Honor/Respect): Showing respect for the inherent dignity of all people is a key virtue in Judaism.
Brahmacharya (ब्रह्मचर्य): Chastity, marital fidelity, sexual restraint
Santosha (सन्तोष): contentment, acceptance of others and one’s circumstances as they are, optimism for self
Classical Greek
Sophrosyne (Temperance/Moderation): This virtue represents self-control, moderation, and a balanced life. It was considered essential for achieving harmony and avoiding excess.
Xenia (Hospitality): Highly praised and embedded in Greek custom, xenia is the generosity and courtesy shown to those who are far from home.
Taoism
Moderation (中庸, Zhong Yong): Advocating for a balanced, moderate approach to life, avoiding extremes, and maintaining equilibrium.
Confucianism
Jié (节; 節, Continence): self-control, especially in the context of desires and impulses