2007-12-11 06:53:05 · 15 answers · asked by G's Random Thoughts 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
no, sometimes you just have to go and get it at once!
2007-12-11 09:11:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Is it really a virtue when you have no choice? There are many things that if I had a choice in the matter I'd not nearly be so virtuous!
Patience when helping someone is a virtue. Other times are arguable.
2007-12-11 19:11:55 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No, not necessarily.
In my experience patience is a virtue when it comes to a few things; interest accrual, presidential terms, children, and door to door religious people.
Where it is not an asset in my life; anytime where love is concerned, where time is concerned, and where dreams are concerned. Time is essential in life, dreams have a lifespan that must be utilized, and love must be grasped when the opportunity is granted....lest you could lose those opportunities. Just my opinion....
2007-12-14 12:33:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is the heart of all courtesy. When we show others patience, we give them the chance to show their better selves.
To act in haste, is usually to act rashly. It is best not to act rashly, even if speed is required. If you must, be speedy but thoughtful.
Do not use these as reasons to delay what you know you should do.
2007-12-11 15:14:12 · answer #4 · answered by Herodotus 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it depends. If I were drowning, and I had to wait for some one to remove their shoes before they'd jump in after me, I'd say no.
Of course it is a virtue.
2007-12-11 15:09:31 · answer #5 · answered by Jed 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely.
2007-12-11 14:57:52 · answer #6 · answered by Julie S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Patience is a waste of time.
2007-12-11 14:56:35 · answer #7 · answered by 雅威的烤面包机 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Nuh uh! Sometimes, but NEVER always.
2007-12-12 09:44:40 · answer #8 · answered by Blade 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Always.
2007-12-11 15:41:13 · answer #9 · answered by dougfr007 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At some point, you're just being a doormat.
2007-12-11 15:01:15 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋