Dante's Purgatorio
Book • 1877
The second part of Dante Alighieri's epic poem, Divine Comedy, focuses on the ascent through Mount Purgatory.
In it, souls expiate their sins before ascending to Paradise.
Guided by Virgil, Dante observes the structure of Purgatory, which consists of seven terraces corresponding to the seven deadly sins.
Each terrace features souls performing penance to purify themselves.
The poem explores themes of redemption, moral purification, and the struggle to overcome earthly desires.
It emphasizes the importance of free will and the potential for spiritual growth.
Dante's Purgatorio portrays a journey of hope and transformation.
In it, souls expiate their sins before ascending to Paradise.
Guided by Virgil, Dante observes the structure of Purgatory, which consists of seven terraces corresponding to the seven deadly sins.
Each terrace features souls performing penance to purify themselves.
The poem explores themes of redemption, moral purification, and the struggle to overcome earthly desires.
It emphasizes the importance of free will and the potential for spiritual growth.
Dante's Purgatorio portrays a journey of hope and transformation.
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