Quote by Kahlil Gibran

The philosopher's soul dwells in his head, the poet's soul is in his heart; the singer's soul lingers about his throat, but the soul of the dancer abides in all her body.

The philosopher's soul dwells in his head, the poet's soul i

Summary

This quote highlights the different ways in which individuals express and embody their souls through their respective crafts. It suggests that the philosopher's soul resides in their intellect, the poet's soul in their emotions, the singer's soul through their voice, and the dancer's soul through the totality of their physical presence and movement. The emphasis on the dancer's soul encompassing the entire body implies a sense of complete embodiment and expression through the art of dance.

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Dancing

By Kahlil Gibran

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