
LA DIVINA COMMEDIA - di Dante Alighieri - CANTICA III: PARADISO
PARADISO
Paradiso Canto I
Paradiso Canto II
Paradiso Canto III
Paradiso Canto IV
Paradiso Canto V
Paradiso Canto VI
Paradiso Canto VII
Paradiso Canto VIII
In this soaring finale of a timeless journey, the poet finds himself lifted beyond the earthly realm, guided by the luminous presence of his beloved companion. As he ascends through the celestial spheres, each sphere shimmers with a distinct harmony of light and thought, inviting listeners to taste the wonder of a universe ordered by divine love. The opening verses blend vivid visual splendor with philosophical meditation, hinting at the intricate geometry of heaven and the soul’s yearning to grasp the ultimate truth.
The narrative voice swirls between awe‑struck description and gentle dialogue, as the guide gently corrects the pilgrim’s mortal assumptions and points toward the deeper order that binds all creation. Listeners are invited to share in the poet’s first trembling steps toward a realm where intellect and affection merge, setting the stage for a contemplative ascent that promises ever‑higher revelations.
Language
it
Duration
~3 hours (174K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
1997-08-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1265–1321
A towering figure of world literature, this Florentine poet transformed exile, politics, faith, and love into one of the most influential works ever written: The Divine Comedy. His writing helped shape the Italian language and still feels vivid centuries later.
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by Dante Alighieri

by Dante Alighieri

by Dante Alighieri

by Dante Alighieri

by Dante Alighieri

by Dante Alighieri

by Dante Alighieri