The art of music is divine and effective. It is the food of
the soul and spirit. Through the power and charm of music the spirit of man is
uplifted.
- ‘Abdu’l-Baha (From a talk, 24 April, 1912, Washington DC; ‘The
Promulgation of Universal Peace: Talks Delivered by 'Abdu'l-Bahá during His
Visit to the United States and Canada in 1912’)