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The Divine Comedy · Character

Peter Lombard

Medieval theologian, appears in the Heaven of the Sun.

minor

Also known as Peter the Lombard

First appearance: canto x

Peter Lombard shows up with force in Canto XII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Listed as 'Peter Mangiador' among the blessed souls.
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See Peter Lombard in canto x