...although sound is but the vibrations of the air which
affect the tympanum of the ear, and vibrations of the air are but an accident
among the accidents which depend upon the air, consider how much marvelous
notes or a charming song influence the spirits! A wonderful song giveth wings
to the spirit and filleth the heart with exaltation....
- ‘Abdu’l-Baha (‘Bahá'í
World Faith’; The Compilation of Compilations, vol. II, Music)
