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Dante's Inferno

Msgr. Mee Video Tour Through Inferno
- Have you ever tried to read the Inferno and found it a bit of a challenge? This Lent, Msgr. Mee will lead the parish through Dante's 14th - century epic poem in a series of short summary videos. He will offer insights of the 33 (plus one) cantos that comprise this first poem in the Divine Comedy series. Whether you are new to Inferno or have read several translations, you are bound to learn something new. You may choose to read along or listen to an audio version - or just watch the videos.
  
  For those wishing to engage further in the reading, Brian Kraut, Director of Evangelization for the Diocese, will lead weekly ZOOM discussions each Monday evening during Lent from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Msgr. Mee's videos will be released daily beginning Monday, February 15. The ZOOM sessions will begin Monday, February 22. Books are available through Auntie’s Bookstore, Barnes & Noble and other online outlets. It does not matter which translation you choose, but order soon as Lent is fast approaching!
  
  Videos can be accessed at the St. Augustine Parish VIMEO page. They will be sent directly to the email inbox for those registered for the parish Flocknote. You can register to join Flocknote below.
- Dante's Inferno Video Series with Msgr. Mee (click on the yellow link to view video)
  
  Canto XXXIV (Parts A & B)
  
  Dante and Virgil continue along in the ninth and lowest circle of Hell. Here they proceed to the area of Judecca, whose inhabitants are those who have committed treachery against their master. Video..
  
  Canto XXXIII (Parts A & B)
  
  Dante and Virgil find themselves in the lowest part of Hell in the freezing cold of Antenora where they come upon two traitors - one gnawing at the head of another. Video: http://vimeo.com/530062539...
  
  Canto XXXII (Parts A & B)
  
  Dante and Virgil find themselves in the dead center of Hell where they come upon those who have committed treachery and poured out the blood of their own. Video: http://vimeo.com/526998705 Video...
  
  Canto XXXI
  
  As we begin Canto XXXI, Dante and Virgil head to the central pit where they hear the blasting of trumpets. They discover the deeper they go into Hell, the gifts given to us by the Creator are lost...
  
  Canto XXX (Parts A & B)
  
  Dante and Virgil remain in Bolgia Ten where they encounter the counterfeiters and impersonators - those bearers of false witness. Video: http://vimeo.com/526915648 Video: http://vimeo.com/526940859...
  
  Canto XXIX (Parts A & B)
  
  While still in Circle Eight, Virgil finds Dante's gaze is over the bones and corpses spread over the battlefields. It's as though Dante is seeing before him the remnants of all battles fought. Video..
  
  Canto XXVIII (Parts A & B)
  
  Dante and Virgil are in the Ninth Bolgia of Circle Eight where they meet the Sowers of Discord - those individuals who have caused division and scandal. Video: http://vimeo.com/522631991 Video: http:/
  
  Canto XXVII (Parts A & B)
  
  Dante and Virgil find their way into the "Bolgia of the Evil Counselors" where they meet Guido da Montefeltro, a warrior known for his ability to outfox his enemies. Video: http://vimeo.com/521692507...
  
  Canto XXVI (Parts A & B)
  
  Msgr. Mee introduces us to what is a fairly new approach to reading Dante - that is vertical reading. We find the theme of flames throughout the three poems of the Divine Comedy; these flames speak...
  
  Canto XXV (Parts A & B)
  
  While Dante and his guide may still find themselves with the thieves in this seventh bolgia, Canto XXV speaks of change in many ways, both historically and liturgically. It is here where Dante and...
  
  Canto XXIV (Parts A & B)
  
  Dante and Virgil find themselves still with the thieves in the Eighth Circle of Hell. There has been a change in Virgil since the start of the journey – a metamorphosis in essence. In appearance...
  
  Canto XXIII (Parts A & B)
  
  Dante and Virgil are able to catch their breath from the knot of deceit they've witnessed. Here they once again find themselves alone - as they enter the land of the hypocrites. Video...
  
  Canto XXII
  
  In Circle Eight, Dante and Virgil encounter the barrators and the grafters – those who used their public office for personal gain. They find themselves with sticky, bubbling pitch all around them...
  
  Canto XXI (Parts A & B)
  
  Dante and Virgil now find themselves in a strangely dark place in Hell filled with black pitch. Here they encounter the grafters (barrators) - the secular counterpart to those who committed simony...
  
  Canto XX
  
  Dante introduces us to Canto XX by name. Here Virgil is the dominant voice as we encounter the sorcerers, soothsayers and fortune tellers - those trying to play God. Video...
- ZOOM Virtual Book Group
  
  Brian Kraut, Director of Evangelization for the Catholic Diocese of Spokane, will lead six weekly ZOOM discussion sessions Monday evenings during Lent. This will give those of you who wish to delve deeper into the content of the epic poem an opportunity to discuss your thoughts with others and ask questions. The ZOOM Book Group is at capacity. This page will be updated if something changes.
  
  Mondays During Lent from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  February 22
  March 1,8, 15, 22 and 29
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