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Divinas Palabras

"Divinas Palabras" (Divine Words) is a play by Spanish playwright Ramón María del Valle-Inclán, exploring themes of innocence, madness, religion, and exploitation. It tells the story of a deaf-mute woman, who claims to be divine, and her extensive family, revealing their greed and moral corruption. The play combines poetic language with sharp social critique, often blending reality and symbolism. It reflects on human folly and the search for spiritual meaning amidst materialism. Overall, it’s a powerful, poetic drama that examines the tension between appearance and reality in a corrupt society.