Pride, avarice, and envy are the tongues men know · Dante Alighieri

A prayer may chance to rise / From one whose heart

Pride, avarice, and envy are the tongues men know and heed, a Babel of despair.

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Dante Alighieri

1265-05-30 — 1321-09-13 · Florença

Dante Alighieri was a Florentine poet of the Middle Ages, widely considered the greatest poet of the Italian language and the most important writer of the Western Middle Ages. His epic poem, the Divine Comedy, is regarded as one of the greatest works of world literature and has had a profound impact on religious, political, and literary thought. Dante's work is characterized by its theological depth, intricate symbolism, and vivid depictions of the afterlife. His synthesis of medieval Christian theology, classical philosophy, and contemporary politics solidified his place as a central figure in literary and intellectual history, shaping the development of Italian language and literature.