Purgatory
In The Divine Comedy, Volume II: Purgatory, by Dante Allighieri, the author journey through the realm of purgation with the help of his guide, Virgil. ... Dante claims that from this misuse of rational love comes the seven deadly sins which are purged on the mountain of Purgatory (Canto XVII, 91-139). ... There are three steps included in the process of repentance, which is depicted in Purgatory by Dante. Upon reaching the outer gates of Purgatory Dante comes upon three steps above which an angel is standing guard. ... Dante describes Purgatory as a hill where reason incites the probing of the soul (Canto III, 2-3). ... Virgil is Dante’s guide through both Hell and Purgatory. ... Dante’s understanding of salvation is apparent throughout Purgatory, the second installment of The Divine Comedy. ... Salvation is a drawn out process that does not end until man has left Purgatory and sees the shining face of the Creator.