Which of the following is a Gift of the Holy Spirit?

• A. Hope
• B. Charity
• C. Discretion
• D. Fortitude

Answer: (D)

Gifts of the Holy Spirit are specific divine enablements that help us follow Christ more faithfully. Fortitude is one of these gifts, and it gives us courage and strength to do good in the face of difficulty. It helps us persevere, stand up for what is right, endure fear, and remain firm in our commitments even when we face trials or temptation. That makes Fortitude the best fit as a Gift of the Holy Spirit.

The other options aren’t gifts. Hope and Charity are theological virtues—habits that shape how we relate to God and others. Discretion isn’t listed as one of the canonical Gifts. The well-known Gifts include Fortitude alongside Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Knowledge, Piety, and Fear of the Lord, which helps place Fortitude in its proper category.