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Ready for the Stars

The ending of the Garden of Eden in Purgatorio is pure bliss and beauty, as we are now ready to finally rise to the stars. We are there with the seven handmaids, Beatrice, Stazio, Matelda and the Pilgrim, all standing … Continue reading

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Eunoe – and Remembering

After the full restoration of soul and relationship – and understanding God’s Grace in the process – there is one last stop in Eden, with the River of Eunoe. The Greek Tradition had five rivers, and Dante here invents a … Continue reading

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The Final Step, of Eunoë

The very last ritual and the ending of the book of Purgatory is the crossing of the river Eunoë, to restore and strengthen all memories of the good in life. The Pilgrim is surrounded by the seven maids who represent … Continue reading

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