Author |
Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321 |
Translator |
Leino, Eino, 1878-1926 |
Title |
Jumalainen näytelmä: Paratiisi
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Alternate Title |
Divine Comedy, Paradise
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Credits |
Produced by Riikka Talonpoika, Tapio Riikonen and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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Summary |
"Jumalainen näytelmä: Paratiisi" by Dante Alighieri is an epic poem written in the early 14th century. This work is the third part of Dante's larger masterpiece, "The Divine Comedy," which explores themes of spirituality, morality, and the afterlife. The poem follows Dante's journey through Paradise, guided by his beloved Beatrice, as he seeks to understand the nature of divine love and the structure of the heavens. The opening of "Paratiisi" sets the stage for Dante's celestial journey as he enters the heavenly realm. He expresses awe and reverence as he encounters the light of the divine and reflects on the nature of love and knowledge. Beatrice appears as his guide, leading him through the various spheres of heaven, where he meets blessed souls who expound on complex theological concepts. The early verses blend vivid imagery with profound philosophical discourse, establishing a contemplative tone that invites readers to ponder their own spiritual journey and relationship with the divine. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
Finnish |
LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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Subject |
Poetry
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
12547 |
Release Date |
Jun 1, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated |
Dec 15, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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