Question

The Triumph of Death in the Camposanto in Pisa. Dead and dying people are in coffins and lying on the ground. Some sit humbly.

What is the only thing that will save the people from the wrath of God, as depicted in the image above?
a.
there is no escape
b.
only piety, like that of the hermits
c.
repentance
d.
none of the above

Answer 1

c. repentance

The image stresses humility and penitence—repentance is shown as the only means to be saved from divine wrath.