The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Paradise, Volume 2

"The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Paradise, Volume 2" by Dante Alighieri is an epic poem from the 1300s, and the second part of a grand adventure through the afterlife, focusing on Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory; this volume explores Paradise, where Dante explores the love and wisdom of God through encounters with blessed souls. As Dante journeys through Paradise, he meets spirits such as his ancestor Cacciaguida, who teaches him about his family history and the history of Florence, when it was a more righteous city. Dante learns about divine justice, sin, and repentance as he climbs through the levels of Heaven. He discusses human morality and the nature of God, as Dante's understanding grows within the glory of Heaven. The narrative combines poetry and imagery, discovering the nature of God and truths of the universe.