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Hence it is from the representation of things spoken by means of posture and gesture that the whole of the art of dance has been elaborated.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Dance is an expressive art form that communicates through movement and gestures.
In this quote, Plato emphasizes the significance of non-verbal communication in the art of dance. He suggests that the various postures and gestures used in dance serve as representations of ideas and emotions, illustrating how dance transcends mere physical movement to convey deeper meanings and artistic expression.
Themes
DanceArtGestureMovementExpression
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used to inspire dancers to explore the expressive aspects of their art.
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