a cult is inviting but traps people with fear.
...is walking a labyrinth Christian? Ive never heard of it.
Walking a labyrinth is not of God. No. I do agree with you that cults will be very inviting - and they trap people with fear. They can also use control, intimidation, manipulation, other family members or friends who are in the same "religion", traditionalism, false obligation, other methods to hold on to people.
Walking a Labyrinth Exposed 01 Kundalini and Sacred Geometry episode 158 Youth Apologetics Training
...... examine an
occult practice that is creeping into the church. It’s called
walking a labyrinth. Some of you are asking “what the heck is
walking a labyrinth”. That’s a good question.
Col 2:8 Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men,
after the rudiments of the world,
and not after Christ.
What is a Labyrinth?
The labyrinth that is being used here is usually circular and is composed of a series of concentric rings that wind back and forth like a maze. There is three different styles primarily used; a seven, eleven and a twelve ring format. There is only one way in, one way out, no forks in the path and no dead ends. The idea is, you walk one single path in to the center and then walk the same path from the center, back out. Many of these labyrinths incorporate what is known as
sacred geometry.
What is Sacred Geometry?
Sacred Geometry is the use of sacred shapes and patterns of either nature or God (take your pick), for the purpose of healing and spiritual communion. It’s the idea that God or Mother Nature has placed patterns and shapes in its
creation and by using this sacred geometry; we are able to touch the divine. We will cover sacred geometry in a future miniseries. The path uses a number of 180 degree turns to the left and right introducing the walker to new circuits. With each turn of the path, the left and right sides of the brain are said to be stimulated and thus an altered state of consciousness is supposed to be induced. It is claimed that walking a labyrinth can align the chakras and awaken the serpent spirit (Kundalini) at the base of the spine.
Kundalini and walking a labyrinth
Kundalini is a practice associated with Hinduism, and obviously should not be incorporated into Christianity. It is said that if you walk the labyrinth counter clockwise, you can unwind the Shakti (kundalini serpent) at at the base of your spine. This serpent is sometimes described as the sacred snake of sex and liberation. The Shakti is said to wind its way through your chakras to reunite with Sahasrara, the crown chakra. I will cover Kundalini and the Chakras in a future series as well.
Deu 18:9 When thou art come into the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee,
thou shalt not learn to do after the abominations of those nations.
What is, walking a Labyrinth used for?
Walking a labyrinth is useful for meditation, refection, prayer and communion with the divine (sometimes referred to as the divine feminine). They are also used to promote unity of all faiths. This is just one more arrow in the quiver of ecumenicalism. This is the idea that we can unify all faiths of the world into a one world religion. The Bible predicts this will eventually happen. To walk a labyrinth, it is said, you are embarking on a journey of soul searching where you will increase your knowledge of self. Walking a labyrinth is also used as a tool for self-examination. Others claim it is a journey to commune with God. Christians claim they are seeking forgiveness, empowerment and communion with Christ. New Agers claim that brain re-mapping and energy production can occur.
What is walking a labyrinth?
Step one-The Journey Inward: During the first stage of the journey, labyrinth walkers are to quiet their minds, forget all things in life and focus on opening their hearts. This is a time of preparation. As they let go of the things of life, they often will incorporate a chant, or mantra, like “om shanti shanti”. Some go as far as to chant” I am”, over and over. Catholics will pray the
Rosary as they walk the labyrinth.
Mat 6:7 But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.
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here are some more links to what Labryinth's are about and why Christians should have nothing to do with them or those who promote the practice of such things.
Walking a Labyrinth Exposed 01 Kundalini and Sacred Geometry -episode 158
Walking a Labyrinth Exposed 02 New Age, Mystics and Wiccans -episode 159
Walking a Labyrinth Exposed 03 shamanism, Freemasonry and Catholicism episode 160
Walking a Labyrinth Exposed 04 Labyrinths in the Church episode 162
Walking a Labyrinth Exposed 05 Labyrinths in the Church episode 163
