Le Laude by da Todi Jacopone
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| Author | Jacopone, da Todi, 1230-1306 |
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| Commentator | Ferri, Giovanni |
| LoC No. | a16000774 |
| Title |
Le Laude secondo la stampa fiorentina del 1490 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 47.3 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Le Laude" by da Todi Jacopone is a collection of devotional poetry written in the late 13th to early 14th century. The text explores themes of piety, humility, and the plight of sinners in search of redemption, characterized by a deep and personal connection to the divine. The verses reflect a spiritual journey, often addressing God and the Virgin Mary in passionate pleas for mercy and understanding. At the start of the work, the poet introduces a heartfelt dialogue with the Virgin Mary, portraying a wounded soul seeking healing and comfort from their burdens. The speaker expresses desperation and vulnerability, appealing for assistance, acknowledging their sinfulness, and conveying a sense of deep suffering. This opening portion sets a contemplative tone, framing the struggle between the human condition and the search for divine grace, which will likely resonate with readers interested in spiritual reflection and poetic expression. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29977 |
| Release Date | Sep 13, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 132 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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