Dante Alighieri and universalism through his monarchy
An analysis from a medieval perspective
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Focusing on Dante Alighieri's political philosophy, this work explores his vision of a universal monarchy as a pathway to global peace, as articulated in Da Monarquia. It delves into the division of power between temporal authority, represented by a monarch or emperor, and spiritual authority, embodied by the Church. The analysis highlights Dante's significant contributions to the development of a universalist theory of international law, emphasizing the importance of structured governance for achieving harmony among humanity.
