Diligence
Diligence—carefulness and persistent effort or work—is listed as one of the seven capital virtues. It can be indicative of a work ethic, the belief that work is good in itself.[1]
- "There is a perennial nobleness, and even sacredness, in work. Were he never so benighted, forgetful of his high calling, there is always hope in a man that actually and earnestly works: in idleness alone there is perpetual despair." —Thomas Carlyle[2]
In students
Bernard et al.
In Buddhism
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In Christianity
In Christianity, diligence is the effort to do one's part while keeping faith and reliance in God.[6] In other words, diligence and faith are two sides of a mystery. One does not know how, despite one's effort, it all works out; but diligence, when combined with faith, assures spiritual success. Diligence as one of seven virtues describes thoroughness, completeness, and persistence of an action, particularly in matters of faith.[7]
We want each of you to show this same diligence to the very end, in order to make your hope sure. We do not want you to become lazy, but to imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised.
In Islam
That man can have nothing but what he strives for; That (the fruit of) his striving will soon come in sight: Then will he be rewarded with a reward complete.
— the Quran, [8]
Surah At-Taubah, Verse 105:
وَقُلِ اعْمَلُوا فَسَيَرَى اللَّهُ عَمَلَكُمْ وَرَسُولُهُ وَالْمُؤْمِنُونَ وَسَتُرَدُّونَ إِلَىٰ عَالِمِ الْغَيْبِ وَالشَّهَادَةِ فَيُنَبِّئُكُم بِمَا كُنتُمْ تَعْمَلُونَ
And say (unto them): Act! Allah will behold your actions, and (so will) His messenger and the believers, and ye will be brought back to the Knower of the Invisible and the Visible, and He will tell you what ye used to do.
— The Quran : 9-105, [9]
In Hinduism
According to Brian Hatcher, the precepts of Hinduism require a person to discover and live a dharmic life, in which they live with right intention with diligence, and with concern for the well-being of others.[10] The Hindus celebrate Diwali, a festival of lights, where Goddess Lakshmi (also called Goddess Sri) is worshipped, who symbolizes thorough preparation, organization, diligence, and honesty.[11] Hindus consider these characteristics essential for success and Shubh Labh (ethical profit).[12]
Who so performeth – diligent, content – the work allotted him, whatever it be, lays hold of perfectness!
— the Gita 18:45, [13]
Due diligence
Due diligence is the amount of diligence required to avoid negligence in professional activities. It commonly arises in major acquisitions where the legal principle of caveat emptor ("let the buyer beware") requires the purchaser to make diligent inquiries about the property or service being sold.[14]
See also
- Acedia – Mental state
- Laziness – Disinclination to activity or exertion
- Orderliness – virtue of planning of time and organizing of resources, as well as of society
- Sloth – Laziness and apathy as a sin
- Virtue – Positive trait or quality deemed to be morally good
References
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- ^ Carlyle, Thomas (1843). "XI: Labour". Past and Present.
- ^ a b Bernard, Hinsdale; Drake, Daniel D.; Paces, James J.; Raynor, Heidi (1996). "Student-Centered Educational Reform: The Impact of Parental and Educator Support of Student Diligence" (PDF). School Community Journal. 6 (2).
- ^ Arthur, Christon G. (2002), Student Diligence and Student Diligence Support: Predictors of Academic Success. (PDF)
- ISBN 978-0-9524555-0-9.
- ^ Sper, David (2002). "How do we live the Christian Life?" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on November 4, 2013.
- ISBN 978-1-58134-910-8.
- ^ An-Najm 53:39–41
- ^ The Quran (English - Pickthal), Surah At-Taubah - chapter 9 - v105
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