Above and beyond Quote by Corinne Heline
“Ancient tradition always depicts a true Chinese musician as blind. Esoterically, this implies that his gift of the divine art is so completely guided by, and dedicated to, hosts of the celestial guardians, that both his sight and consciousness are focused above and beyond the objective world.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Esoteric Tradition of Chinese Music, 1910
Blindness symbolizes the musician’s reliance on divine guidance rather than ordinary perception.
In simple terms: Blind musicians trust higher forces.
Key Takeaway
Seek guidance beyond the senses.
Themes
spirituality
music
tradition
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- performing arts
- personal meditation
- cultural study
Key Concepts
divine inspiration
detachment
celestial guardians
Questions to Reflect On
- How does reliance on intuition affect skill development?
- Can sensory loss be a literal or metaphorical guide?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may overlook the value of visual learning and technique.
