The Spiral is known as an ancient symbol of evolution. One of the oldest symbols of human spirituality in existence, the spiral has been found carved into cave dwellings, rocks and tombs all over the world. It is said to symbolise the evolution of the universe, the never-ending cycles of growth, change and eternal life as well as the cycles of the seasons.
The spiral seems to tell a story
about the labyrinthine journey of life and death and speaks of the
possibility of rebirth. Each loop of the spiral progresses us to a
higher level, yet always returns us to the same place. It demonstrates
life renewal by returning to the source.
Spirals are seen in all forms of nature. Shells, plants, galaxies and even human fingertips are just a few of the places that this simple design appears.
Many ancient stories and myths offer an explanation on the symbolic that lies within the spiral.
It's been said that the channels between the spirals represent the separation between life, death, and rebirth. The whorls seem to suggest ongoing circle of life, the creation and dissolution of the planet, the Alpha and the Omega.
Some give significance to the direction of the spirals. Clockwise spiral is said to be associated with power, independence, water and life in ascendancy. Counter clockwise represented life descending, returning and homecoming. Either direction, the spiral is not looked upon as negative, since even death brings new life.
The Spiral was said to represent the sun to the Celts, with a tightly wound clockwise spiral symbolising the fading winter sun, while a loose, counter clockwise spiral symbolised the summer sun. In Gaelic tradition, clockwise is seen as moving towards the sun and in harmony with the earth. To the Anasazi Indians, a clockwise Spiral was seen as the “correct or good path”, while the counter clockwise was seen as the “wrong or bad path”.The Serpent in many cultures has also represented the Spiral. In recent years, one of the most common themes to appear in Crop Circles, it the Spiral symbol.
Using the Spiral during meditation and healing practises is said to be useful for elevating awareness.
Spirals are seen in all forms of nature. Shells, plants, galaxies and even human fingertips are just a few of the places that this simple design appears.
Many ancient stories and myths offer an explanation on the symbolic that lies within the spiral.
It's been said that the channels between the spirals represent the separation between life, death, and rebirth. The whorls seem to suggest ongoing circle of life, the creation and dissolution of the planet, the Alpha and the Omega.
Some give significance to the direction of the spirals. Clockwise spiral is said to be associated with power, independence, water and life in ascendancy. Counter clockwise represented life descending, returning and homecoming. Either direction, the spiral is not looked upon as negative, since even death brings new life.
The Spiral was said to represent the sun to the Celts, with a tightly wound clockwise spiral symbolising the fading winter sun, while a loose, counter clockwise spiral symbolised the summer sun. In Gaelic tradition, clockwise is seen as moving towards the sun and in harmony with the earth. To the Anasazi Indians, a clockwise Spiral was seen as the “correct or good path”, while the counter clockwise was seen as the “wrong or bad path”.The Serpent in many cultures has also represented the Spiral. In recent years, one of the most common themes to appear in Crop Circles, it the Spiral symbol.
Using the Spiral during meditation and healing practises is said to be useful for elevating awareness.
Love and light. Susannah
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