Earthly vs. Divine Justice
⚖ Imperfection of Human Justice – Unlike Hell, where punishments are eternal, Purgatory acknowledges human fallibility.
⏳ Time Heals the Soul – The souls serve their penance but will eventually be redeemed.
🔄 Prayer and Intercession Matter – Unlike the damned, the souls in Purgatory can be helped by prayers from the living.
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Dante Alighieri’s Purgatorio follows his ascent of Mount Purgatory, where souls purify themselves before entering Paradise. Guided by Virgil, he witnesses the seven terraces, each purging a deadly sin. The journey emphasizes free will, redemption, and divine mercy. At the summit, Beatrice replaces Virgil, preparing Dante for heavenly enlightenment.
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