Steady application in business of any kind; constant effort to accomplish what is undertaken; exertion of body or mind without unnecessary delay or sloth; due attention; industry; assiduity. Diligence is the philosophers stone that turns every thing to gold. Brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure. Peter 1:10.

Care; heed; heedfulness. Keep thy heart with all diligence. Proverbs 4:23.

The name of a stage-coach, used in France.