The power of the sin of wrath is displayed in Canto 5 of The Faerie Queen. The Canto opens with Redcrosse preparing himself for a battle with Sansjoy. All those who surround Redcrosse in the main hall are fervently awaiting the battle. Even the musicians and poets in the hall are consumed with blood lust, which signifies the overwhelming power that rage has on even the most gentle of souls. Once the battle commences, Sansjoy is instantly infuriated when he sees his brother’s shield. He taunts Redcrosse before viciously beating him into submission. Redcrosse is only saved by Duessa’s words of encouragement, for it is they that give him the strength to overpower Sansjoy. However, before he can deliver the killing blow, Sansjoy is consumed
