IMPORTANCE OF TUNE AND RHYTHM

 

Every object of this vast universe seems to function smoothly and steadily under a stipulated discipline. A natural tune and rhythm appears to underlie all. The sun rises and sets according to a plan. Its rays reach us striking against the vast expanse of the atmosphere. These rays impart to the earth fertility. Morning, noon, evening and night move in an order. The moon and the stars, too, march at a prescheduled speed. A little hindrance therein would suffice to reduce the entire universe to ashes.

The flow of streams too, reflects this order that manifests itself in their sound of gurgling. The growth of plants also falls in the same order. A settled system and order is visible in sprouting of seeds, in the appearance of buds, their blossoming into fruits on branches.

The chirping of birds at dawn partakes of the same dispensation. During spring season, the cooing of cuckoos sounds so lovely. That, too, is associated with tune and rhythm.  For the same reason, sweet chirping of sparrows, drones, ducks and parrots soothes our ears, based as it is on the tune. The call of the cow attracts the calf, as he is familiar with the distinct tune.

How can human body stay segregated from this order of tune and rhythm?  Man, too, is bred in a prescribed system. His childhood, youth and old age reflect this. The usual flow of blood in veins, development and degeneration of human organs, the incoming and outgoing breath mirror the existence of tune and rhythm. Palpitation of heart is the essence of life by which the whole human frame functions. A little snag in this tune can cause an end of human life. Such snags give rise to many diseases e.g. heart disorder, low blood pressure, high blood pressure, etc. Every body is bound by a chain of activities in daily life i.e. rising, eating, working (hard) improving his capability, sleeping etc. Even this chain exhibits a discipline and regularity.

In view of these facts, tune and rhythm do underscore the importance of the order. In reality, system of tune and rhythm constitute life and creation. It is an attribute of life. Taking it as an essential part of life, everyone must organize the dynamics of his life. Only then, his life can prove helpful in maintaining this natural order - by relating his life to tune and rhythm.