Middle Ages. Dante, however, regarded Islam and Muslims as odious because he saw them as a real threat to Europe as well as a rival religion to Christianity. Therefore, in the Divine Comedy, he placed five prominent figures and the Mosques in Hell. Because of such pitiless treatment, Dante is an Islamophobic. Islamophobia is the hatred for Muslims because of their religion and beliefs. In Dante’s Inferno, particularly in (Cantos IV, VIII, and XXVIII), he offends Muslims and Islam. For instance, in
anti-Semitism and Islamophobia, particularly those incidents conveyed in the Inferno. Dante offers a number of harsh criticisms of the Abrahamic traditions, and treats some of their most eminent and historical figures in a dreadful manner. The question, which I intend to address, involves discussion of the current debate surrounding what are called “trigger warnings” in academic circles, in terms of whether or not such warnings are necessary in the teaching of the Divine Comedy.
his true purpose by descending down into the Inferno. Therefore, although Dante reflects the most informed theological thought on hell, he is certainly not constrained by it (Barolini). Dante masterfully constructs his hell and is “the first Christian writer to combine the popular material with the theological and philosophical systems of his day” (Morgan). Having a view that’s “both archaic and eschatological” (Davis), Dante explores through his Inferno the corruptness of Florentine politicians, symbolic
Inferno is an allegory of the pilgrimage of the soul and Dante draws on the mythological dimensions to convey and express the spiritual journey that he is on. Dante construct of hell is his own and his judgement is reflected by the societal norms which were present during his time. Allegory, in the traditional definition is a story or poem that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one. Allegorically, the journey which Dante goes on represent the journey of
how knowledge was first obtained, showing from an early age that man understood its importance. Aesop’s fables from ancient times use the acquisition and application of knowledge as a cornerstone for their construction. Homer’s Odyssey and Dante’s Inferno, both great recognized works, demonstrate protagonists with prudent minds, and the rewards that follow their actions. Prudence was a highly valued attribute to these authors, in which knowledge, both possessing and applying, is the key to the successes
Ignorance is Not Bliss Fox news blared from the television as I walked into my grandparents’ house for Thanksgiving. Titles from the broadcast included: “ 'HYPOCRITICAL 'THREAT? Obama takes heat over warning states can 't legally refuse Syrian refugees.” “Names of key Paris attackers were known to Belgian mayor in 2014” “ISIS parks its cash in Bitcoin, experts say.” “Russia deploys missiles in Syria after Turkey shoots down bomber.” These are a few of the headlines that assaulted me as I greeted
In Dante’s Inferno, King Minos uses his power to condemn humans to hell based on their sins. King Minos seeks to use his power wisely, but Creon, King of Thebes in Sophocles’ Antigone puts power over family. Creon’s self ambition is the driving force behind many of his ill-fated decisions. For example, this flaw of excess greed inspires Creon to commit crimes against his own niece and son that result in a tragic ending for all involved. Thus, Sophocles’ Creon belongs in Circle Eight of Hell with
the world was blind to the negative effects of smoking tobacco. However, during the 20th century, scientific research began and The American Cancer Society began to emphasize the health risks of smoking cigarettes. By 1964 a Surgeon’s General warning was seen on every pack of cigarettes across the U.S. linking smoking to lung cancer. Even with the astounding evidence of the health effects, cigarette smoking continues to claim the lives of thousands of Americans each year. Cigarette smoking causes
determines their morality, this mistaken belief leads to the ideas that the upper class are above the law, superior and indestructible. Wilde seeks to destroy this misconception but offers a clear warning to all readers in the preface that ‘those who go beneath the surface do so at their own peril’ this threat shows Wilde’s awareness of the controversial and critical nature of the upper class through his exploration of artifice, morality and society, ultimately shows demonstrates to the reader that
Maxwell “Hex” Flemington has always had a normal life. He prefers the nickname “Max” over “Hex”, but after the incidents, he understands why people call him “Hex”. He wakes up, he showers, he eats, he goes to school, and he also has the occasional party or other regular events. However, he has a hidden ability that no one knows about. He has the ability to make his imagination reality. He isn’t quite sure how it works, or how to control it, but he is willing to do anything to find out how to control