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Since ancient times, humans have built
sites guided by both the Earth’s life force and benevolent beings of
light. It is because of this guidance that the sites we deem sacred have
long served as repositories of wisdom, energy, and illumination that can be
accessed by all. What inspires us to visit sacred sites varies. Some
crave spiritual fulfillment, while others hope to draw upon a site’s
energy for enlightenment, healing, deep meditation, and even awareness or
knowledge of information long gone.
Sacred sites can appear insignificant
to those who close themselves off from the notion of a living Earth. But
these sites can provide us with a link to a unified consciousness that
involves the living and the dead, infinite cultures, the physical plane,
and the spiritual world. When we look beyond well-known sites like
Stonehenge, we discover energetically active sites such as the Iron Age
Halliggye Fogou caves of Cornwall, England, or the pyramids of Meroe in
Sudan. It is easy to imagine that hallowed places exist only in remote or
exotic locales. Yet, many of the most vital sites are easily accessible,
and visiting these lesser-known sites can be a profoundly moving
experience. One such site, Serpent Mound in Ohio, was thought to be
created by the ancient Adena peoples nearly 1,000 years ago to align with
the summer and winter solstices. Its precise purpose remains unclear, but
many who visit the site conclude that it was meant to be a conduit
through which cosmic energy could flow into the Earth.
The sacred sites that call to you from
afar, capturing your imagination and resonating deep within your soul,
will nearly always be those that can help you forge a deeper connection
with the divine energy that sustains all life. During your pilgrimage, reaffirm
your intention to accept whatever gifts are conveyed to you through the
sites you visit. Your receptiveness will help you establish lasting
relationships with these sites so that you can draw upon their peace and
power from wherever you are.
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