“If a thief helps a poor man out of the spoils of his thieving, we must not call that charity.”
Quote by Dante Alighieri
Work
The 'De Monarchia' of Dante
The 'De Monarchia' is a complex and influential treatise by the Italian poet Dante Alighieri. It delves into the concepts of divine and human authority, advocating for the primacy of the Emperor in a hierarchical world order. The work is notable for its philosophical depth and its influence on subsequent political thought. more
Author
Dante Alighieri
Dante Alighieri, an Italian poet and a pioneer of the Renaissance, is hailed as the father of Italian literature. Born in 1265 and died on September 14, 1321, Dante is best known for his epic poem, 'The Divine Comedy,' which is not only a great literary work but also a profound religious and philosophical treatise. more