O suffering, sad humanity! O ye afflicted ones, who lie Steeped to the lips in misery, Longing, yet afraid to die, Patient, though sorely tried!
Henry Wadsworth LongfellowRead
Music is the language spoken by angels.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Music transcends earthly communication and connects us to the divine.
This quote by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow suggests that music possesses a unique and profound capacity to express emotions and ideas that surpass verbal language, akin to the way angels communicate. It implies that music can elevate the human experience and connect us to a higher realm of understanding and beauty, hinting at its divine nature and universality.
Themes
MusicLanguageAngelsDivineExpression
In practice
Example use cases
Use this quote to inspire a discussion about the power of music in a public speech.
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