Chartres Labyrinth - Houston, TX
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ggmorton
N 29° 44.304 W 095° 23.609
15R E 268516 N 3292197
A labyrinth on the campus of the University of St. Thomas in Houston, TX.
Waymark Code: WM218Y
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 08/19/2007
Views: 133
University of St. Thomas
Chartres Labyrinth
Gifted in honor of the UST Class of 1955
by Ruth Westkaemper '55
This labyrinth was modeled after the one in the Cathedral of Chartres in France. A familiar feature of many Gothic cathedrals, all labyrinths follow the same pattern, containing eleven circles that loop their way to the center. Traditionally, walking in the labyrinth has been used as a substitute for a pilgrimage to Jerusalem. Slowly traversing the circuitous path, the "pilgrim" is invited to meditate and reflect on the Christian mysteries as he or she makes the solitary way to the central rosette. The delay in reaching the center creates a sense of expectancy and brings to mind the patience and perseverance required to complete the pilgrimage of life itself. Seen from above, the four arms of the pattern stand out, a clear image of the cross of Jesus Christ.
Written by Becca Suter and Meris Chaumont, 2006
UST students
Availability: Public
Status: Permanent
Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
Location:
1180 West Alabama
Houston, TX USA
77006
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Visit Instructions:
Pictures desired but not required. Please post your thoughts and feelings inspired by the labyrinth.