Seeking the holy in a labyrinth
By walking the path set out for me, I cede control of my destination.
For they will be made holy who observe holy things in holiness, and those who have been taught them will find a defense. . . . Wisdom goes about seeking those worthy of her, and she graciously appears to them in their paths, and meets them in every thought. —Wisdom 6:10–16 (NRSV)
I don’t usually think of walking a labyrinth as a commitment. I may set an intention before I enter, but the path has already been laid out for me. The way is clear. I know I will arrive at the center before too long. How slow or fast I decide to walk or how long I choose to stay in its center are not usually significant factors. I don’t know that I’ve ever spent 30 minutes in the labyrinth.
Until today. The labyrinth at GilChrist retreat center in Michigan is a commitment.
