Dante Alighieri
An Italian poet, writer, and philosopher, universally considered the greatest Italian poet. His masterpiece, The Divine Comedy, is an epic poem that describes a journey through Hell (Inferno), Purgatory (Purgatorio), and Paradise (Paradiso). Dante's work is a profound exploration of theology, philosophy, morality, and the human soul, shaping the Italian language and influencing Western literature and thought for centuries.
Dante’s epic poem follows the author’s allegorical journey through Hell (Inferno), Purgatory (Purgatorio), and Heaven (Paradiso), guided first by Virgil, then Beatrice. Rich in theological symbolism, classical references, and poetic vision, it explores sin, redemption, and divine justice. The Divine Comedy is both a personal spiritual odyssey and a timeless meditation on human morality, inspiring countless works of art, literature, and philosophy since the 14th century.