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I believe that dance is the oldest, noblest and most cogent of the arts. I believe that dance is the most perfect symbol of the activity of God and His angels. I believe that dance has the power to heal, mentally and physically. I believe that true education in the art of dance is education of the whole man.
Ted Shawn
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Dance is the highest form of art and has profound healing powers.

In this quote, Ted Shawn expresses his deep reverence for dance, elevating it to a spiritual and transformative art form. He emphasizes that dance not only embodies divine activity but also possesses the ability to heal and educate individuals holistically, enriching both body and soul through its practice.

Themes

DanceArtHealingEducationSpirituality

In practice

Example use cases

In a conversation about the therapeutic effects of physical activities, I might quote Ted Shawn to emphasize the importance of dance in healing.

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