The Spiritual Connection Between Music, Dance, and Divinity
International Scientific Journal of Engineering and Management August 6, 2026 DOI: 10.55041/isjem08462 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
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| Key points | Argues that music and dance in Indian tradition function as sacred pathways to the divine, with Bharatanatyam transforming performance into an offering through Abhinaya, which communicates devotion, surrender, and love and creates a spiritual dialogue among performer, audience, and the divine. |
Abstract
From time immemorial, music and dance have been regarded as sacred forms of artistic expression that establish a profound connection between the human soul and the divine. In Indian tradition, these art forms are not merely means of entertainment but are considered pathways for devotion, meditation, and spiritual realization. Bharatanatyam, with its harmonious blend of rhythm, melody, expression, and movement, transforms the dancer’s performance into an offering to the divine. Through Abhinaya, the dancer communicates deep emotions of devotion, surrender, and love, creating a spiritual dialogue between the performer, the audience, and the divine presence. The integration of music and dance thus becomes a powerful medium through which inner emotions are expressed and the divine experience is awakened.