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The Labyrinth at Sea of Peace Labyrinths have been found in ancient Crete, Egypt and Etuscia. They have been inscribed on Neolithic tombs. They are the epitome of sacred geometry-- a call to the center, a worship structure where the eternal beloved waits to be encountered. Long ago, Christians were expected to travel to the holy land at least once in their lives. Travel was both difficult and dangerous so labyrinths were designed and sanctioned as alternative pilgrimages. The labyrinth has always been associated with unity with God and conversation with the Divine, with spirituality, worship, and the sacred mystery.
In the great cathedrals of France- Chartres, Bayeux, Rheims, Sens, Poiters and Amiens, astonishing labyrinths are embedded in the floors of their naves. San Francisco's Grace Episcopal Cathedral has pioneered work leading to a new awareness of the profound significance of the labyrinth for worship and spiritual growth. For more information about labyrinths, visit www.labyrinthsociety.org.
All are welcome to walk the labyrinth at Sea of Peace. Please call for reservations and/or a guided walk, especially if you are not familiar with labyrinths.
The labyrinth has a single path into and out of the center. Once you have started to walk, you are on a path without deviation or hindrance. There is no need to rush. Some will walk faster; others more slowly. An average walk takes 20-30 minutes. If others are walking with you, please respect the sacredness of the experience by maintaining a prayerful silence.
Because there is just one path, you may encounter someone on your journey. Pause and let your friend pass in their prayer-centered meditation. Whatever you experience—is part of the whole labyrinth understanding. Get Sea of Peace Labyrinth brochure
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