Quote by Alphonse de Lamartine

Music is the literature of the heart; it commences where speech ends.

Music is the literature of the heart; it commences where spe

Summary

This quote suggests that music has the power and ability to express emotions and convey messages that surpass the limitations of words. While speech may have its limitations in describing or communicating deep feelings, music taps into the realm of the heart and emotions, providing a language that goes beyond words. It implies that music brings an added depth and richness to human understanding, enabling us to connect with our innermost thoughts and feelings in a way that verbal communication alone cannot achieve.

By Alphonse de Lamartine

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