The CURE in Athens Greece (shimmer)

In ancient Greece, the lyre was a stringed musical instrument associated with the god Apollo, symbolizing passion and creativity. 

But it also invoked enchantment and sorrow, like the famous myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, (see the great Broadway play "Hadestown"), showcasing the lyre's power to influence emotions. Orpheus was in love with Eurydice but she was taken by Hades- god of the underworld. Upon losing his wife, Orpheus sang his grief with his lyre so strongly that he managed to move everything, living or not, in the world; both humans and gods learnt about his sorrows. Orpheus descended to Hades by music to try to free his wife. Any other mortal would have died, but Orpheus played with his lyre a song so heartbreaking that even Hades himself was moved to compassion. The god told Orpheus that he could take Eurydice back with him, but under two conditions: she would have to walk behind him while walking out from the caves of the underworld, and he could not turn back to look at her as they walked. We all know the tragic ending.

Orpheus died from his sadness and loss and his Lyre was placed into the sky among the stars.

This is but one tale of the lyre depicted in ancient stories and art, showcasing music's importance in Greek society and mythology. So that’s why I included it as a timeless monument to music and its power… and the immortal Robert Smith as a musical Diety amongst Apollo and Orpheus.

-emek