Quote by Francis Bacon

The poets did well to conjoin music and medicine, because the office of medicine is but to tune the curious harp of man's body.

The poets did well to conjoin music and medicine, because th

Summary

This quote expresses the connection between music and medicine by highlighting their shared purpose in terms of harmony and balance. The comparison suggests that just as a poet harmonizes words to create music, a physician tunes and maintains the intricate and delicate "harp" of the human body. Both practices aim to bring about a sense of order, balance, and well-being. The quote emphasizes the artistry and precision required in medicine, implying that both fields require similar skills of understanding and creating harmony.

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By Francis Bacon

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