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Quote by Gerard van der Leeuw

“The surrender of oneself to a stronger power, the unification of one's own movements with the movements of the whole is what makes dance religious and lets it become a service of God.”

Quote by Gerard van der Leeuw

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Gerard van der Leeuw
Gerard van der Leeuw

Gerard van der Leeuw was a Dutch philosopher known for his research in cultural anthropology and religious philosophy. His work had a profound impact on understanding human culture and social structures. more

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