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“Dancing as an art, we may be sure, cannot die out, but will always be undergoing a rebirth. Not merely as an art, but also as a social custom, it perpetually emerges afresh from the soul of the people.” quote by Havelock Ellis
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“Dancing as an art, we may be sure, cannot die out, but will always be undergoing a rebirth. Not merely as an art, but also as a social custom, it perpetually emerges afresh from the soul of the people.”

Havelock Ellis

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Social Function of Dance, 1910

Dance endures by constantly renewing itself, serving both artistic expression and communal ritual, reborn from collective spirit.

In simple terms: Dance lives through continual renewal and community.

Key Takeaway

Support dance as cultural renewal.

Themes

art community renewal tradition

Mood

celebratory thoughtful

Type

cultural inspirational

When to use this quote

  • cultural festivals
  • community workshops
  • ritual ceremonies

Key Concepts

anthropology aesthetics social cohesion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does dance reflect your community?
  • What role does dance play in your life?
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