It is so associated and there is nothing we can do about it. From the attraction of a modest girl to the admiration for the saintly soul, we see beauty when we see goodness.
The goddess Virtue symbolizes moral excellence, goodness, and ethical behavior. She is often associated with qualities such as honesty, integrity, and righteousness. Virtue is seen as a guiding principle for individuals to lead a virtuous life.
From the Greek, it means "goodness", "excellence" or "virtue" of any kind.
They are related because they both mean goodness
From the Greek, it means "goodness", "excellence" or "virtue" of any kind.
Aristotle
The quality of being good in any of its various senses; excellence; virtue; kindness; benevolence; as, the goodness of timber, of a soil, of food; goodness of character, of disposition, of conduct, etc.
for its association of purity and virtue along with its beauty
The Confucian virtue jen basically means outward expression of Confucian ideals. It denotes the good feeling a virtuous human experiences when being generous.
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Standards of beauty in romantic poetry often focus on natural elements such as flowers, sunsets, or the human form described in idealized and symbolic language. Beauty is often associated with purity, innocence, and harmony with nature, embodying a sense of transcendence and spiritual connection. Physical beauty is celebrated, but inner beauty, such as kindness or virtue, is also highly valued in romantic poetry.
Note the question is " What does virtue mean?" not what it is.
Arete means goodness, virtue, and the pursuit of excellence. It is a value that all Greek heroes achieved and displayed. Runninghorse