The aim and final end of all music should be none other than the glory of God and the refreshment of the soul.

Johann Sebastian Bach
About This Quote

The purpose of music is to glorify God and so refresh the spirit. This quote highlights the importance of listening to and playing music with a spiritual aim in mind. Music should be enjoyed for its own sake, not as an opportunity for self-fulfillment or self-expression.

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