Patriotism is, in Fact, a Virtue A virtue is a habitual and firm disposition to the good. Our rights from and responsibilities to our country derive from the virtue of piety. The virtue of piety pertains to the broader virtue of justice. Patriotism is the balanced application of piety, and therefore justice, in a habitual and firm way to the good of the country. Therefore, patriotism is a virtue.
Absolutely! I have no doubt that it will produce much fruit! God bless you.
Thank you, Will, for all you do to help us understand our Catholic Faith.