[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fsnVVQ7f-f98SUUwo_b9NMjKJ0PRNKMqdRVhXn_vu3bc":3,"$ffG7qt6rfDIOUbfHHFQndJcM2wQyLypxcHtntxBdaE60":10},{"tag":4},{"id":5,"tag_name":6,"tag_first_letter":7,"tag_count":8,"tag_description":9},63543,"divine-comedy","d",26,"The \"Divine Comedy\" is a timeless masterpiece that transcends the boundaries of literature, offering profound insights into the human condition. This epic poem, rich in allegory and symbolism, explores themes of redemption, morality, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. It serves as a spiritual journey, guiding readers through the realms of Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise, each representing different facets of the soul's quest for enlightenment and salvation. People are drawn to quotes from the \"Divine Comedy\" because they encapsulate universal truths and moral lessons that resonate across generations. These quotes often reflect on the nature of sin, the power of love, and the pursuit of divine grace, providing a mirror to our own lives and choices. The allure of these quotes lies in their ability to inspire introspection and evoke a sense of wonder about the mysteries of existence. Whether seeking solace, wisdom, or a deeper understanding of the human spirit, readers find themselves captivated by the profound insights and poetic beauty that the \"Divine Comedy\" offers, making it a perennial source of inspiration and reflection.",{"quotes":11,"pagination":126},[12,29,38,47,56,65,76,85,94,107],{"id":13,"quote_text":14,"author_id":15,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":18,"source":24,"quote_tag":25,"commentary":23},896783,"For she doth make my veins and pulses tremble.",1263,4,false,{"id":15,"author_name":19,"slug":20,"author_name_first_letter":21,"article_count":22,"image_url":23},"Dante Alighieri","dante-alighieri","D",547,null,{},[26],{"id":27,"tag":28},3899938,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":30,"quote_text":31,"author_id":15,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":32,"source":33,"quote_tag":34,"commentary":23},896719,"Midway upon the journey of our life",{"id":15,"author_name":19,"slug":20,"author_name_first_letter":21,"article_count":22,"image_url":23},{},[35],{"id":36,"tag":37},3899876,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":39,"quote_text":40,"author_id":15,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":41,"source":42,"quote_tag":43,"commentary":23},896692,"The devil is not as black as he is painted.",{"id":15,"author_name":19,"slug":20,"author_name_first_letter":21,"article_count":22,"image_url":23},{},[44],{"id":45,"tag":46},3899852,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":48,"quote_text":49,"author_id":15,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":50,"source":51,"quote_tag":52,"commentary":23},896565,"Abandon all hope, ye who enter here.",{"id":15,"author_name":19,"slug":20,"author_name_first_letter":21,"article_count":22,"image_url":23},{},[53],{"id":54,"tag":55},3899726,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":57,"quote_text":58,"author_id":15,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":59,"source":60,"quote_tag":61,"commentary":23},896358,"He listens well who takes notes.",{"id":15,"author_name":19,"slug":20,"author_name_first_letter":21,"article_count":22,"image_url":23},{},[62],{"id":63,"tag":64},3899518,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":66,"quote_text":67,"author_id":15,"source_id":68,"has_image":17,"author":69,"source":70,"quote_tag":71,"commentary":75},808239,"When I had journeyed half of our life’s way,I found myself within a shadowed forest,for I had lost the path that does not stray.",2,{"id":15,"author_name":19,"slug":20,"author_name_first_letter":21,"article_count":22,"image_url":23},{},[72],{"id":73,"tag":74},3735918,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},"**The Backstory**\nThis poignant passage is from Dante Alighieri's seminal work, *La Divina Commedia* (The Divine Comedy), specifically from the first canto of *Inferno*, written around 1320-1321 AD. At that time, Dante was in exile from his beloved Florence due to his political views and opposition to the ruling families.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nHere, Dante reveals a profound paradox: even when we're making progress on our life's journey, we can become disoriented and lose sight of our path. This is not about external circumstances but rather an internal state of being, where one's sense of direction and purpose is temporarily obscured by the \"shadowed forest\" of self-doubt.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this insight, modern professionals and creatives should be aware that even during periods of apparent success or momentum, they can still lose their bearings. Regular self-reflection and a willingness to confront inner doubts are crucial in maintaining direction and staying true to one's goals. By acknowledging the potential for self-doubt, individuals can take proactive steps to stay grounded and focused on their long-term objectives.",{"id":77,"quote_text":78,"author_id":15,"source_id":68,"has_image":17,"author":79,"source":80,"quote_tag":81,"commentary":23},808238,"The devil is not as black as he is painted.” -Dante",{"id":15,"author_name":19,"slug":20,"author_name_first_letter":21,"article_count":22,"image_url":23},{},[82],{"id":83,"tag":84},3735917,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":86,"quote_text":87,"author_id":15,"source_id":68,"has_image":17,"author":88,"source":89,"quote_tag":90,"commentary":23},808237,"lasciate ogni speranza voi ch'entrate\"آنکه پا از این در به درون میگذاری دست از هر امیدی بشوی",{"id":15,"author_name":19,"slug":20,"author_name_first_letter":21,"article_count":22,"image_url":23},{},[91],{"id":92,"tag":93},3735916,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":95,"quote_text":96,"author_id":97,"source_id":68,"has_image":17,"author":98,"source":102,"quote_tag":103,"commentary":23},808229,"Amor, ch'a nullo amato amar perdona,mi prese del costui piacer sì forte,che, come vedi, ancor non m'abbandona.",12044,{"id":97,"author_name":99,"slug":100,"author_name_first_letter":21,"article_count":101,"image_url":23},"Dante","dante",11,{},[104],{"id":105,"tag":106},3735897,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":108,"quote_text":109,"author_id":110,"source_id":68,"has_image":17,"author":111,"source":116,"quote_tag":117,"commentary":23},767395,"No, never mind, I didn't think so. Mead, Dante's theme is man-not a man.' Lowell said finally with a mild patience that he reserved only for students. \"The Italians forever twitch at Dante's sleeves trying to make him say he is of their politics and their way of thinking. Their way indeed! To confine it to Florence or Italy is to banish it from the sympathies of mankind. We read Paradise Lost as a poem but Dante's Comedy as a chronicle of our inner lives. Do you boys know of Isaiah 38:10",10849,{"id":110,"author_name":112,"slug":113,"author_name_first_letter":114,"article_count":115,"image_url":23},"Matthew Pearl","matthew-pearl","M",106,{},[118,123],{"id":119,"tag":120},3631337,{"id":121,"tag_name":122},31601,"paradise-lost",{"id":124,"tag":125},3631335,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"currentPage":127,"totalPages":128,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":129},1,3,10]