knowledge and virtue
A somewhat formal or literary term referring to the combination of intellectual ability and moral character. Often used in philosophical, educational, or ethical discussions.
The purpose of education is to cultivate individuals who possess both knowledge and virtue.
Standard kanji spelling using 知 (knowledge) and 徳 (virtue).
Variant using 智 (wisdom) instead of 知; less common but seen in some contexts.
Compound of 知 (knowledge) and 徳 (virtue). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the term is conventionally associated with Confucian ideals of cultivating both intellect and moral character.