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A labyrinth is a circuitous path that people have used as a form of prayer and meditation for thousands of years-a path that is being rediscovered as a spiritual tool in our own day. There are now thousands of labyrinths in the world, made of stone, cement, sunflowers, grass or canvas - indoors and outdoors - in Christian, Pagan and even nonreligious settings - and adaptable for use by people of all spiritual backgrounds. This guide explains how the labyrinth is a symbol that transcends traditions and how walking its path brings us together.Here is your entry to the fascinating history and philosophy of the labyrinth walk, with directions for making a labyrinth of your own or finding one in your area and guidance on ways to use labyrinths creatively for:? Prayer? Stress reduction? Meditation? Commemorating personal or family milestones? Faith rituals? Celebrations of all kinds Labyrinths-a twenty-?rst century method of approaching the sacred-are a spiritual practice more ancient than Stonehenge or the ruins of Troy. This practical and inspiring guide will help you to explore them.