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Wikipedia defines temperance as the habitual moderation in the indulgence of a natural appetite or passion, ex. People who do not take more then what they need and give the rest to the needy. In U.S. history there was even a "[|temperance movement]". It was a society movement against the use of alcohol. Many historical problems were blamed on the use of alcohol so many movements occured to limit or eliminate the use of alcohol.

Temperance has played a major part in the religions of the world. It is one of the four cardinal virtues in the Hellenic culture. It is also one of the [|four Cardinal Virtues] of Christian behavior by the Catholic Church. It is even tied to other world religions. For example it is one of the [|Five Precepts] of Buddhism. Temperance means to eat not in dullness and drink not to elevation. This relates to me because I like to eat all the time. I can never control my appetite and I eat when I'm bored as well. This is the best one of Ben Franklin's virtues because it relates to me the most.

//Tyson- I'm glad you've found a virtue that you'd like to work on. Remember, you need 2 paragraphs for this introduction to your virtue project. Please try to add some more to your introduction. How are you specifically going to practice temperance? Is there any other way you could practice temperance in your life, besides just when eating? I look forward to seeing more of what you have to say in the near future. -Mrs.V//