Dante Alighieri, Divine Comedy, Quotes

A collection of quotes by Dante Alighieri, Divine Comedy, .

Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) was an Italian poet renowned for his masterpiece, Divine Comedy. Born in Florence, he grew up in a time of political turmoil and eventually became involved in Florentine politics. His literary works often explored political and religious themes, displaying a strong influence of medieval philosophy and theology. Divine Comedy, composed of three parts (Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso), is considered one of the greatest works in Western literature. It explores the journey of the protagonist through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven, serving as an allegorical portrayal of the soul's quest for salvation and the consequences of one's actions.