A labyrinth is a path that spirals and winds into the center and back out with no dead ends, this distinguishes it from a maze. It is commonly used as a spiritual tool for contemplation, meditation and problem solving. They are places to seek healing of the mind, body and spirit. They are also places to celebrate life. The designs are varied and have been found throughout history all around the world. Dating back to 2500-2000 B.C.E. in Greece the Cretan or classic seven circuit labyrinth was in use, the designs were also found on money and pottery of that era.
The christian church began using the labyrinth over a thousand years ago and the most famous is in the Cathedral of Chartres in France. It is an eleven circuit labyrinth with the center as the twelth station. The faithful of the time walked the labyrinth as a poor mans pilgrimage with stations of the cross along the way.
OUR WOODWINDS LABYRINTH
Flutemaker and I began to plan our labyrinth after walking a Chartes style pathway in 2001. We wanted one of our own. We studied and decided we would like the more ancient or classic style in our woods. The picture at the top was our choice.
The site was chosen by dowsing and we were delighted to discover the entry would be lined up with the north star and thus always be orientated to that point in the universe.
Where to begin
Start here!
Step between these trees into the center.
Almost done. The flagged sticks outlined the pathways till the rocks were laid.
From the ladder.
The christian church began using the labyrinth over a thousand years ago and the most famous is in the Cathedral of Chartres in France. It is an eleven circuit labyrinth with the center as the twelth station. The faithful of the time walked the labyrinth as a poor mans pilgrimage with stations of the cross along the way.OUR WOODWINDS LABYRINTH
Flutemaker and I began to plan our labyrinth after walking a Chartes style pathway in 2001. We wanted one of our own. We studied and decided we would like the more ancient or classic style in our woods. The picture at the top was our choice.
The site was chosen by dowsing and we were delighted to discover the entry would be lined up with the north star and thus always be orientated to that point in the universe.
Where to begin
Start here!
Step between these trees into the center.
Almost done. The flagged sticks outlined the pathways till the rocks were laid.
From the ladder.The labyrinth represents wholeness. A circle and a spiral become a meandering but purposeful path. The walk symbolizes a transforming journey to your own center and back out into the world. Labyrinths are always considered to be holy ground and we have become stewards of this sacred place.
1 comment:
This is a nice post about your labyrinth. Wouldn't you just love to walk the one in Chartres, France?
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