FAQ About The Role of Dance in Healing Practices

Historically, dance has been used in various cultures as a form of healing, ritual, and communication with spiritual realms. In ancient Greece, dance was believed to bring about divine intervention and aid in healing. Indigenous cultures often used dance in ceremonies to heal the sick and invoke spiritual protection. African healing dances have long been integral to community ceremonies, and in India, dance forms like Bharatanatyam were originally performed in temples to convey mythological tales, which often included elements of rejuvenation and healing.