Quote by Napoleon Bonaparte

Music of all the arts has the most influence on the passions and the legislator should give it the greatest encouragement.

Music of all the arts has the most influence on the passions

Summary

This quote suggests that music holds immense power in evoking strong emotions and therefore should be supported and promoted by policymakers. It implies that music surpasses other art forms in its ability to deeply stir human feelings and create a profound impact on individuals and society. The author proposes that legislators should prioritize the encouragement and development of music as it has the potential to shape and influence people's passions and sentiments in a unique and meaningful way.

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By Napoleon Bonaparte

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