Publisher's Synopsis
The Harps of God and the Chords They Play is a book written by George MacAdam that explores the spiritual significance of music in various religions and cultures. The author delves into the history of music and its role in religious rituals, from the ancient Greeks to the Abrahamic religions. MacAdam also examines the symbolism of musical instruments, particularly the harp, in different spiritual traditions. The book is divided into chapters that focus on specific religions, including Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, and Islam. Within each chapter, MacAdam explores the ways in which music is used to connect individuals to the divine, express emotions, and create a sense of community. The Harps of God and the Chords They Play is a thoughtful and insightful examination of the intersection between music and spirituality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
