Chartres wood Finger Labyrinth 18" solid Maple hardwood Legendary fine quality finger labyrinths by Paxworks! Start Price USD 189.95 Current Price USD 189.95 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Saturday, November 15, 2008 End Time Monday, December 15, 2008 Location Indianapolis, Indiana See more about 'Chartres wood Finger Labyrinth 18" solid Maple hardwood' Description Chartres Cathedral finger Labyrinth, 18 inches wide Solid MAPLE  hardwood   A beautiful replication of the "mother of all" labyrinths! This Chartres Cathedral labyrinth replica has great visual impact! the lines are a beautiful walnut veneer mounted on a light weight recycled wood substrate (near the color of canvas) with a smooth finish.The labyrinth path is carved into the surface, making it 'finger-walkable'.  A useful tool for meditation, prayer, stress relief.  ( these are sometimes referred to as finger meditation tools or laptop labyrinths)Use the mounting hole in the back to display in an honored place in home or office.  This version of the finger meditation tool has been made popular through the work of Rev Lauren Artress and Veriditas.!  The Chartres, 11-circuit Labyrinth was constructed around 1201 AD in the stone floor of Chartres Cathedral, France. Its unique distinguishing features are; 11 circuits, the turns arranged in four quadrants, 113 teeth around the perimeter, and a 6-petal rosette in the center. Medieval Christians visited Chartres (and other cathedrals) and walked the labyrinth as an alternative to taking a hazardous pilgrimage to Jerusalem to walk in the "foot steps of Christ." Modern "pilgrims" walk the labyrinth path as one of many tools to enhance prayer, contemplation, meditation, and/or personal growth. Chartres, France has been a destination for pilgrims and seekers since the middle ages. More information about labyrinths can be found at www.labyrinths.org  How To Use a Finger Labyrinth Begin by setting the environment to your liking.  Find a comfortable chair, location, or position. Remove jewelry, watches, bracelets, etc. Set music or background sounds. Adjust the lighting.  Acquaint yourself with the labyrinth, examine the detailed carvings, and identify the variances in the wood grains that make this labyrinth unique in all creation. Adapt your breathing; trace the path from the outside with one or more fingers, following the groove toward the center.  When you arrive at the center, stay a while. Complete your experience by retracing the path from the center outward. Try it with your eyes closed!   Next time, try it with your other hand.   About This Finger Labyrinth  - aka Finger Meditation tool This Labyrinth is the most-accurate replica of the Chartres design available. It is constructed of quality natural materials with a durable satin finish. This makes the labyrinth in your hands unique in all creation!  Maintain it with any high quality furniture cleaner or polish.  We have added a ‘ slot’ in the back for hanging this fine work of art in your special place!  These are precision made by our craftsmen of  solid hardwood . PLEASE NOTE: there is a difference from other labyrinth products offered on Ebay. (1) Look at the outer edge teeth; there should be 113 of them, with one exactly at the top center. (2) look at the center rosette; there should be small cross-like trefoils at the juncture of each petal.  (3) To be an accurate Chartres replica, the center rosette should be about 25% of the full diameter.  We make every effort to describe items in detail.  If there are any questions regarding this item please contact us before bidding.   Thanks for shopping with us, and please ADD US TO YOUR FAVORITES!  Watch our auctions for pewter, wood and onyx personal labyrinths, finger labyrinths, canvas walking labyrinths, key chains, pendants, meditation tools and unusual items. Powered by eBay Turbo Lister The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. Place a Bid!