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What
Exactly Is A Labyrinth?
Labyrinths
are a symbol for spiritual journey and renewal, combining the
imagery of the circle and the spiral into a wandering but
purposeful path. It represents a journey to our own center and
back again out into the world. You might call it a spiritual
quest. Labyrinths have been used throughout history as
meditation, contemplation and prayer tools.
To walk the
Labyrinth is to create balance from within and gain self
awareness. The paths loop and spiral, mirroring the places in
life where we make transitions and carve out new paths for
ourselves. There is only one way in and one way out. You follow
the path into the center and follow the some path out of the
Labyrinth.
Walking
the Labyrinth
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As you
prepare to walk the Labyrinth you may wish to read your favorite
scripture, prayer or mantra. Or, you may want to clear your head
to allow time to open yourself to all possibilities.
Interestingly, not everyone walks a Labyrinth, some skip, some
dance, while others stroll in deep thought. Whatever makes you
comfortable is the way to go.
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As you
walk, be aware of your pace. Are you rushing through, walking
briskly or strolling slowly? Chances are the way you walk the
Labyrinth is very much in keeping with your own life pace. You
may want to reflect a moment on this.
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You may
encounter others while walking on your journey. As you pass
them, simply be aware that they, too, are on a spiritual journey
and be courteous.
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The
Labyrinth center, metaphorically speaking, is symbolic of the
heart of God or the center of self and the Universe. It is said
that here you are open to wisdom and enlightenment.
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Reflect
on your Labyrinth walk. You may want to write what you felt,
describing your thoughts during the experience.
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