Hazrat Inayat Khan: Exploring "The Mysticism of Sound and Music"
In the symphony of life, there are those who perceive beyond the tangible notes, those who hear the whispers of the universe in every chord, and among them stands Hazrat Inayat Khan, a luminary whose vision continues to resonate through time. We can find the essence and the heart of his profound philosophy in "The Mysticism of Sound and Music," a collection of speeches and lectures of his that serve as a beacon guiding seekers towards the essence of existence.
Unlocking the Musical Mysteries of the Human Cochlea
The human ear is a marvel of biological engineering, capable of not only perceiving sound but also, it seems, resonating with the fundamental principles of music itself. In a groundbreaking study led by Dr. K.J. Blinowska and colleagues, published in PLoS ONE, researchers delve deep into the cochlea, the auditory portion of the inner ear, uncovering a surprising connection between its workings and the mathematical beauty of musical ratios.