How Sacred
Geometry Can Help You
Humans were once more attuned to the environment they lived
in. Today, we have mostly lost that connection to nature and the planet. The
ancient wisdom that was often passed down through storytelling and tradition seems
to have been forgotten or lost.
The understanding of the
importance of different geometric shapes and patterns found everywhere in
nature seems to be amongst the wisdom that has been thrown away. With all the
changes that are happening on earth at the moment, some of this information is being
revived. Here is some information about how the ancient science of sacred
geometry can have a positive influence on your life.
The earliest cultures including
the Christians, Hindus, Greeks and Egyptians recognized that there were
different patterns or geometric shapes that repeated throughout nature. They
also worked out that there was a correlation or connection between the various
elements found in the earth and the heavens. These connections or common
patterns, known as Sacred Geometry, were mirrored - the same patterns appeared
on the earth and the in sky - and were believed by these ancient cultures to
exist in all parts of the universe.
They also recognized that these
small patterns were representative of the building blocks that were literally the
blueprint for everything in the universe. A seed, after all, contains all the
material needed to become a mighty tree, regardless of the size of the tree. A
single cell contains all the elements of the whole body, and the earth and
heavens are reflections of each other... “as above, so below” summarized this
ancient belief.
Modern science has proven that
these patterns are, in fact, the very molecular shapes that form the basis of
all life in this universe. These shapes or patterns were universal and governed
the way in which the world replicated itself. These universal laws or patterns
were absolute and static, they did not change or alter over time or space. This
is evidenced by the vast number of cultures from around the world that all
recognized the sacredness of these specific patterns and geometric shapes.
Patterns and natural laws could
be broken down into a variety of different representations. These may include
numbers, mathematical formulas and even specific geographic symbols. Since
symbols are very visual they are easy to identify throughout historical
architecture, art and design. Using these symbols, all based on mathematics,
allowed incredibly detailed and precise construction that still inspires wonder
and awe today.
Think of the pyramids of Egypt
and the amazing archeological buildings and temples found throughout South and
Central America. Engineers and architects are still not sure how these were
constructed thousands of years ago with only rudimentary tools and building
methods. The recurring patterns in nature became Sacred Geometric patterns in
these early cultures. The endless and amazing power of the shapes symbolized
the continuity of life from birth through to death and beyond. Repeating and
using these patterns in building, art and design harnessed their power and gave
the symbols meaning. Understanding more about the different shapes of Sacred
Geometry and how they were used in these ancient cultures can teach you how to
harness their power.
The Flower of Life
Literally appearing as a
beautifully balanced and perfectly proportioned flower, this geometric shape is
recognized in many cultures around the world. It is developed by 13 separate
spheres that interconnect through the design to create a unique pattern. Within
the different shapes formed by the 13 spheres are represented many geometric
and mathematical laws that are still used today. As a symbol the Flower of Life
is considered to demonstrate the whole of the universe as well as its diverse
components working together in harmony. The Flower of Life is revered for its
ability to allow you to connect to your higher spiritual self as well as
promote healing.
Metatron’s Cube
Connecting the centre of each
of the circles formed in the Flower of Life forms another Sacred Geometric
shape known as Metatron’s Cube. It also contains the perfect solids, which are
also sacred. Metatron’s cube has a long history in art and architecture and can
be spotted in some of the oldest cities and buildings in the world. It is
believed that the Metatron’s Cube shape holds all possible laws and patterns
for creation and reality. Wearing the Metatron’s Cube will provide you with
inner peace and spirituality.
Perfect Solids
If you remember back to your
geometry and chemistry classes you will recall the importance of the perfect or
platonic solids. There are five different shapes including the cube,
tetrahedron, icosahedron, dodecahedron and octahedron, that form the perfect
solids. They are the shapes of any and all possible molecules and molecular structures.
They are all congruent polygons with the same number of faces meeting at all
vertices. With this unique combination all sides, vertices and angles are
identical, which is why these shapes are considered holy in many religions and
cultures.
Golden Mean
The humble nautilus shell is
actually remarkable in its mathematical proportions. It is the physical
representation of the number PHI, also known as the Golden Mean. PHI, which
equals 1.6180339… is a unique number in that it has no arithmetic solution and goes
on to infinity without repeating itself. This proportion created by PHI is
found in the human skeleton, sunflowers, and of course the nautilus shell.
Famous artists such as Kandinsky and Leonardo Da Vinci used the Golden Mean in
their artistic creations. Research has now shown that people prefer to look at
visual images, physical objects or representations that have the Golden Mean
proportions. The Nautilus shell, with its beauty and mathematical perfection,
is thought to allow the wearer to focus in on the harmony and beauty found in
the natural world.
There are other shapes that are
also considered sacred and powerful. These shapes include the Christ
Consciousness and the Merkaba. The Christ Consciousness shape provides healing
as well as giving power, balance and good health. The Merkaba also gives
healing power but also acts to provide protection. Throughout the world there
are many different Sacred Geometric patterns and shapes. Wearing jewellery that
includes the Sacred Geometry patterns is an ideal way to increase harmony,
healing, self-balance, love, unity, oneness and beauty.
Learning more about Sacred
Geometry and the ancient wisdom that is being rediscovered is one way to
reconnect with the world around us. We are again looking at the basic building
blocks and their perfection in our religion, art, spiritual practices and
interactions with the world around us. It taps into the natural laws that have
been and still are universal in this world. Sacred Geometry is also a way to
heal, and to create beautiful and lasting art, architecture and design in our
lives in a positive and balanced way.
Written by Caroline Nettle, the
author of the website spiritualgrowthtools.co.uk and creator of Spiritual
Growth Tools. Check out her podcast at BlogTalk Radio.