0 control of your own behaviour, such as not drinking or eating too much --
1 the habit or practice of avoiding extremes of behavior, esp. not drinking too much alcohol --
The commonplaces of courage and temperance prove popular once more.
Participation in temperance activities was for some a radicalizing experience which led them to question the legitimacy of autocracy.
The former was a non-denominational temperance organisation for children aged between about six and fourteen years.
For example temperance in food consumption is relative to the size and activity of the individual.
Temperance could be rehabilitated as a green virtue that emphasizes the importance of reducing consumption.
Again, it becomes clear that temperance is required for dignity, as are wisdom and justice.
And finally, wisdom is required to inform selfdiscipline or temperance.
Involves regulation of private sector; related to local business, entertainment, temperance, streetcar regulations, or morality.
