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Dance Quote by Gerard van der Leeuw

“The surrender of oneself to a stronger power, the unification of one's own movements with the movements of the whole is what makes dance religious and lets it become a service of God.” quote by Gerard van der Leeuw
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“The surrender of oneself to a stronger power, the unification of one's own movements with the movements of the whole is what makes dance religious and lets it become a service of God.”

Gerard van der Leeuw

About This Quote

Dance becomes spiritual when personal movement aligns with a greater whole, serving a divine purpose.

In simple terms: Dance is a sacred service when united with the divine.

Key Takeaway

Seek unity in movement.

Themes

spirituality dance service

Mood

contemplative inspirational

Type

philosophical poetic

When to use this quote

  • worship
  • performance art
  • rituals
  • community gatherings

Key Concepts

religion embodiment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does movement connect you to something larger?
  • Can dance be secular yet profound?
A Different Perspective

Not all dance feels religious to everyone.

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