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3 de may. de 2024 · The nine circles of hell, as depicted in Dante's Inferno, represent a gradual descent into increasing levels of sin and punishment—from the first circle, Limbo, to the ninth circle, which is reserved for the worst sinners.
As a Christian, Dante adds Circle 1 (Limbo) to Upper Hell and Circle 6 (Heresy) to Lower Hell, making 9 Circles in total; incorporating the Vestibule of the Futile, this leads to Hell containing 10 main divisions. This "9+1=10" structure is also found within the Purgatorio and Paradiso.
It lays out the hierarchy of demons in Hell, including kings, dukes, princes, marquis, counts, and presidents. It is one of the most comprehensive sources of demonic knowledge that exists. Of the seventy-two demons outlined between these two texts, there were nine kings of Hell.
We offer this short guide to the nine circles of Hell, as described in Dante’s Inferno. First Circle: Limbo The first circle is home to the unbaptized and virtuous pagans. It’s not Heaven, but as far as Hell goes, it isn’t too bad: It’s the retirement community of the afterlife.
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31 de may. de 2021 · CONTAINS WAR IMAGES & VIOLENCE
A summary of Cantos VII–IX in Dante Alighieri's Inferno. Learn exactly what happened in this chapter, scene, or section of Inferno and what it means. Perfect for acing essays, tests, and quizzes, as well as for writing lesson plans.
23 And in hell he lift up his eyes, being in torments, and seeth Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom. 24 And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame.
