Et musique est une science Qui veut qu'on rie et chante et dance. Cure n'a de merencolie, Ne d'homme qui merencolie A chose qui ne puet valoir, Eins met tels gens en nonchaloir. Partout ou elle est joie y porte; Les desconfortez reconforte, Et nes seulement de l'oir Fait elle les gens resjoir.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Music is a science that makes people laugh, sing, and dance; it brings joy and comfort, turning sorrow into happiness.
- In plain terms
- Music turns sorrow into joy and comfort.
- What can you take from it?
- Music can lift spirits and heal.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does music affect mood?
- Can music replace other forms of comfort?
Another view
Not all music has this effect on everyone.
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