Inferno (from The Divine Comedy)

In Dante’s *Inferno*, the first part of *The Divine Comedy*, Inferno depicts Hell as a structured, nine-tiered realm where souls are punished according to their sins. Each level punishes different moral failings, with the severity increasing as Dante descends. The journey begins with the virtuous who are unbaptized or unable to enter Heaven, and progresses through sins like greed, lust, and treachery. The imagery emphasizes divine justice, illustrating how sinners face consequences tailored to their misdeeds, with a focus on moral reflection and the importance of spiritual righteousness.