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music of the spheres

 

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Noun music of the spheres has 1 sense
  1. music of the spheres - an inaudible music that Pythagoras thought was produced by the celestial
    --1 is a kind of
    music, euphony

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Music of the Spheres

Description

The term "Music of the Spheres" refers to the belief held by ancient philosophers that the celestial bodies, such as the planets and the stars, emit a harmonious sound that can be heard by those with a deep connection to the universe. This concept signifies the divine and cosmic order that exists in the world.

Senses

Sense 1: Celestial Harmony

In this sense, "Music of the Spheres" represents the idea that the movements and positions of celestial objects create a harmonious celestial music that is beyond human perception. It symbolizes the synchronization and rhythm of the universe.

Example sentence: The ancient Greek philosophers believed that the mesmerizing dance of the planets and stars in the night sky produced the celestial "Music of the Spheres".

Sense 2: Symbolic Interpretation

Here, "Music of the Spheres" is used metaphorically to describe the harmony, balance, and interconnectedness that exists in various fields of study, such as mathematics, physics, and philosophy.

Example sentence: The mathematician discovered the unseen beauty in equations, describing them as a manifestation of the "Music of the Spheres".

Usage

This term is commonly used in philosophical and metaphysical discussions to illustrate the idea of a harmonious and interconnected universe.

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