Preface
The Way to Christ (1622)
Context: If thou wilt use these Words aright, and art in good Earnest, thou shalt certainly find the Benefit thereof. But I desire thou mayest be warned, if thou art not in Earnest, not to meddle with the dear Names of God, in and by which the most High Holiness is invoked, moved, and powerfully desired, lest they kindle the Anger of God in thy Soul. For we must not abuse the Holy Names of God. This little Book is only for those that would fain repent, and are in a Desire to begin. Such will find what Manner of Words therein, and whence they are born. Be you herewith commended to the Eternal Goodness and Mercy of God.
“Is there not
An art, a music, and a stream of words
That shalt be life, the acknowledged voice of life?”
The Recluse, l. 401 (1805).
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William Wordsworth 306
English Romantic poet 1770–1850Related quotes
Regarding his latest art exhibition, as quoted in The Age http://www.theage.com.au/ (30 June 2010).
2010s
Source: The Life Energy in Music, Vol. 1 (1981), p. 25
Source: 1956 - 1967, Art-as-Art Dogma' part II, (1964), p. 155
The world goes crazy for Lady Gaga (2009)
Context: I don't want to see Bowie in a tracksuit. He never let anyone see him that way. The outlet for my work is not just the music and the videos, it's every breathing moment of my life. I'm always saying something about art and music and fame. That's why you don't ever catch me in sweatpants.
“Character develops itself in the stream of life.”
“Life has been your art. You have set yourself to music. Your days are your sonnets.”
“Next to the Word of God, the noble art of music is the greatest treasure in the world.”