A labyrinth is a sacred geometrical symbol with a single path leading
to a center point. It is not a maze because there is only one path.
Its unique pattern is designed to shift awareness from left brain
to right brain as you walk, inducing altered states of consciousness.
It allows those who enter to experience other ways of "seeing."
The center point is the place of power.
In a most basic sense, the labyrinth represents the spiritual journey;
that of venturing to the center of your innermost being and then returning
to the world with a broader sense of who you are. It is a metaphor
for life's journey.
Inherent within the design of the labyrinth is its archetypical power,
dating back some 3,000 to 4,000 years. Its use as a spiritual tool
first became popular during the time of the Crusades, when conflict
prevented medieval Christians from making their required pilgrimage
to the Holy Land. When used for repentance, pilgrims would walk the
intricate pattern on their knees.
The labyrinth at Blue Sky Ranch is one of literally thousands of
labyrinths found in the world and is based upon the famous Chartres
Cathedral labyrinth located near Paris, France.
How do you walk the labyrinth? All you need to do is enter the
doorway and follow the path. Clear your mind. Move slowly and in
silence. Observe the process. Gently step aside when others need
to pass, and then step back at the same point along the path and
continue walking. When you reach the center, pause for a few moments
and enjoy the center point. Receive its gifts. Then step back out
and begin your journey out of the labyrinth, returning along the
same path.
