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...incredible kindness original: "humanitas." In the Renaissance, this referred to both a refined education and a gentle, civilized character., and your other virtues compete with one another: so that while each strives to outdo the next in this noble contest of distinguished virtues, each surpassing itself, they crown you with all their splendor original: "pompa." This implies a magnificent, ceremonial display. and triumph. As for myself, I am compelled to admit these things; and since there is nothing I have more earnestly desired in my prayers, I obey most willingly. I send her Referring to the "daughter," a metaphor for this book, as established on the previous page. to you. But amidst such great affection, do not forget me. Farewell, and give my greetings to your brothers, Marino and Michael, in my name.