All music is is what awakes from you when you are reminded by the instruments.
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I have said that the soul is not more than the body, And I have said that the body is not more than the soul, And nothing, not God, is greater to one than one's-self is.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the equal importance of the body and soul, suggesting that self-perception and self-worth are paramount.
Walt Whitman's quote reflects on the intrinsic relationship between the body and soul, asserting that neither is superior to the other. It highlights the notion that self-identity and the sense of self are fundamental, suggesting that personal value stems from an individual's own perception rather than external divine measures. This expression promotes the idea that the unity of body and soul forms the essence of one's existence, and that self-recognition is a powerful and defining aspect of life.
Themes
SelfBodySoulValueIdentity
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about self-worth and acceptance.
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