FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS
DANTE
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Traitor to kin
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Traitor to country
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Traitor to benefactor
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Traitor to guests
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Detailed explanation-1: -Benedict Arnold, the American general during the Revolutionary War who betrayed his country and became synonymous with the word “traitor, ” was born on January 14, 1741.
Detailed explanation-2: -Any discussion on betrayal has to begin with history’s most infamous – Judas Iscariot’s selling of Jesus Christ to the chief priests for 30 pieces of silver. The apostle seals his betrayal with a kiss, an act that would be copied by countless storytellers over the years as a sign of disloyalty or duplicity.
Detailed explanation-3: -Treachery is unrelated to Divine Love or a corrupted virtuous desire. Hence, it is placed lower in Hell by Dante. However, treachery can be said to be a natural consequence of the Deadly Sins (upon which Circles 2 through 5 are based) and in particular the Deadly Sin of Pride.
Detailed explanation-4: -Benedict Arnold, despite the extraordinary efforts and sacrifices he made on behalf of American independence, is probably known best for being a traitor.