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The Sanctuary Cove Labyrinth is a classic, seven circuit style, found in many countries and used by many cultures.
The ancient seven-circuit labyrinth (so called because the path creates seven concentric rings around the centre) is rich with symbolism. It draws on the mystical quality of the 7, a number of transformation and vision. In medieval times, the seven circuits were seen to correspond to the seven visible planets, and a walk in the labyrinth was a cosmic journey through the heavens. The seven circuits can also be seen to represent the days of the week, the chakras, colours, or musical tones.
Some research suggests that the geometric shape [of a labyrinth] produces an energy field that can heal ailments of the body and calm the mind. It balances thoughts with the presence of the body to the point where one stops thinking and the intuition of knowingness takes over.
source: http://www.ancient-wisdom.com/labyrinths.htm
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