Come walk the ancient path to healing & peace

Labyrinth Walk

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

 7:00 to 9:00 pm

Marche dans les voies de ton coeur

Labyrinthe Méditatif

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19h00 - 21h00

INDOOR LABYRINTH WALK

WADSWORTH HALL

MONTREAL WEST UNITED CHURCH

Next Walk: Tuesday Evening, May 18th, 2010 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm (socks or slippers svp)

Over the past eight years, we have been holding labyrinth walks which are open to anyone of any persuasion or cultural heritage. We use the design found in Chartres Cathedral in France. The design is laid on the floor in a meditative atmosphere with gentle music and surrounded by candles.

Simple instructions are available for first-time walkers. You are invited to pause in the centre for as long as you like, then re-trace your steps back out to the beginning.

What is a Labyrinth?

A labyrinth is a pattern to be walked or otherwise followed that is unicursal—there is only one pathway to follow to the centre. Unlike a maze which is a puzzle, there are no choices to be made. In this way, one’s mind is free to be open to other things, to seek answers, to hear one’s intuition or perhaps the universal wisdom, or to simply relax and find peace.

How long does it take to walk?

Depending on how much you wish to pause and how quickly you walk, it takes a minimum of 20 min. to complete, but may take longer.

Where do they come from?

Labyrinths have been discovered the world over, many of them being hundreds and thousands of years old. They have appeared in a variety of locations around the world, the oldest known to date being found in Ukraine. Since then, examples have been found in Sardinia, Crete, Spain, Turkey, Greece, Peru, North America, China, Sweden, Africa, India and Ireland to name but a few.

During the Crusades, Labyrinths outlined in floor tiles were established in the sanctuaries of many European Cathedrals. They were considered to be a pilgrimage for those who could not make their way to Jerusalem. By the 16^th Century, they fell out of favour with the Pope. Some were ripped out, others were covered with chairs or otherwise ignored.

Why are they around now?

Since 1990, Labyrinths have been enjoying a resurgence which began in San Francisco and has spread. There is something inherently enticing in their design that they keep turning up in all kinds of places over many millennia.

What does it cost?

There is no charge for this experience. It is our gift that we offer to you.

Please note: Changes may occur. We will endeavour to keep the schedule up to date.

LABYRINTH WALK

During the summer months, we invite you to walk the outdoor labyrinth located at Rosedale-Queen Mary United Church, at the corner of Rosedale & Terrebonne in NDG.