Grace Hui for Incentre
There are certain places that provide a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of modern life. These spaces radiate peace and provide visitors with rejuvenation and comfort. Whether intentionally or not, human beings and animals are drawn to the calming energy held by these oases.
These restful spots can be found in nature, certain buildings and some sacred sites.
But, why is that?
In nature, there exists a pattern that forms the basic building blocks of life. These consist of sequences of shapes that hold the vibration of harmony for all life on Earth. From the basic shapes of the triangle (pyramid), square (cube) and circle (sphere), patterns that contain the blueprint of life can be found.
The spiral on the shell of a snail or the intricate pattern of a single snowflake, and the branches of a tree are all examples of sacred geometry in nature.
The ancient traditions understood these principles of life well and were able to build their use into everyday life so that we can enjoy tranquillity in even the mundane tasks of life.
It is no coincidence some ancient sites such as the Great Pyramids in Egypt or Stonehenge in England have survived the tests of time. They were all built on the principles of sacred geometry to unify the physical with the divine.
The Greeks and Egyptians were the most famous students of the Sacred Geometry principles. From the Pyramids of Giza to the mathematical schools of Pythagoras, Sacred Geometry helped humans to acquire wisdom, connect with spirit, and transform the energy of the physical world around them.
Why is it sacred?
In the density of this planet, things can sometimes feel heavy and burdensome. We go through the motions of life without being present or joyful. In working with the symbols of sacred geometry, we can reawaken the divine essence within each of us so that we can live life fully alive.
While different sacred geometry symbols are utilised for different things, ranging from protection to healing to expanding consciousness, they all have a timeless effect that allow us the space to reconnect to our true and higher selves.
The study and working with sacred geometry has many layers. However, they are all premised on the three basic shapes - the triangle (pyramid), the square (cube), and the circle (sphere) that more complicated intricate symbols and patterns are built on.
The Basic Shapes
These three basic shapes (triangle, square, cube) are the foundation of sacred geometry. These shapes have the power to transmute the vibration of any space. It can also heal our aura as needed.
The simplicity and purity of these three shapes cut through the complexity and density of our mental and emotional processes to create an atmosphere of clarity, focus and peace.
Knowledge of Sacred Geometry gives us mastery over our surroundings. Instead of allowing ourselves to be overwhelmed by what happens around us, these ancient rituals and shapes empower us to overcome, transmute and transcend.
There are of course many other shapes such as the Spiral, the Flower of Life or the Star of David and the list goes on. However, all of them will relate to the basic shapes listed above.
The Triangle (Pyramid)
The triangle or the pyramid is a platonic solid that symbolises the ‘building blocks’ of the universe. It symbolises balance, harmony, and completion. Rising upwards, it elevates us to Higher Consciousness. Triangles also represent mind, body and spirit, three important aspects of the human experience. With an upward-facing point, it symbolises the raising of consciousness and when pointing downward, it has also been associated with feminine energy and reproduction, as it resembles the womb space.
Given that all of life is creation, the energy of creation is a potent and crucial force that sustains life on Earth. Harnessing that creative power is a powerful ingredient to manifestation in the physical through a connection with the divine. In other words, the bringing of the divine into physical manifestation.
The Square (Cube)
The square or the cube signifies a solid foundation, groundedness, stability, safety, security and dependability. It is also the foundation of a pyramid, the base that gives it its stability. It is very grounding and safe.
In a way, the square or the cube signifies having a strong platform in life and we need this secure platform from which to thrive in life and from which to connect with the divine.
The Circle (Sphere)
The circle symbolises the eternity of life. It has no beginning or end, symbolising the cycles of life and oneness with all. We are eternal beings, beyond physical death. We are also part of the far larger construct of the entire cosmos.
The circle represents eternity, constancy, unity, perfection and inclusiveness. Some have called it the symbol of God given that it exists by itself.
The circle is found in mathematics as well and its neverending shape is demonstrable in pi, or the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter. Pi is an irrational number that goes on forever, never repeating.
Other shapes such as the Spiral
The spiral, also referred to as the Fibonacci sequence or the Golden Ratio, has been described as a physical manifestation of the expression "as above, so below, as within so without". A scientific manifestation of the spiral can be seen in how the earth spirals around the sun.
It describes a sequence that starts with two 1's, and every number afterward is the sum of the two previous numbers (1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, and so on). These spirals relate to everything from the shape of our DNA to how energy flows through our central core or the chakra system.
The Flower of Life
Another well-known and easily recognised symbol in sacred geometry is the Flower of Life. The Flower of Life is an example of a symbol that is built upon the basic shapes set out above.
Made up of a group of seven overlapping circles that unify in the form of a flower, it is considered to be a sign of protection, signifying "creation, and the interconnectedness of all life.
It is used to usher in creative energy. Sometimes called “the seed of life”, it is also a symbol of fertility.
The Tree of Life
A fundamental tenet to Jewish mysticism and the Universal Kabbalah, the Tree of Life consists of 10 circles, called sefirot, connected by 22 lines or “paths”. Each of these corresponds to one of the 22 letters of the Hebrew alphabet.
It represents the path of creation to spiritual ascension.
The Spiral
Practical ways to use Sacred Geometry in our everyday lives
These shapes and symbols can be worn on our person as a means by which to bring in the energies we seek to bring through, work with and embody. They can be commonly found in jewellery such as necklaces, or in amulets that we carry on our person. Some traditions also utilise the use of tattoos.
Another way in which we can connect with the energies that these shapes imbue is through the creation of Sacred Geometry grids. Through the creation of such grids, the spaces that we work and live in can provide clarity, a sense of purpose, inspiration, safety and peace.
Through ritual work and the basic shapes, these grids can lift the vibration of any space you inhabit, by activating and transforming it into a holy sanctuary that will serve as a container of light, blocking out any negativity or energies that are not in your highest good. It will also create a space where you can have clearer downloads from your guides and your higher selves by weeding out the energies that block you from such divine and pure connections.
Through the activation of any space, you are effectively creating a temple space where the divine energies are invited in to strengthen virtually every aspect of your life. Through the impartation of this ancient system of holy symbols and working with it, you can heal your own energy field while also expanding your consciousness to new realities of Light and Love.
You can also draw and colour in Mandalas. Meaning “circle” in Sanskrit, the repetitive patterns create a meditative state of flow, allowing us to get out of “mind chatter” so as to create space for insight, inspiration and connection with our higher wisdom.
The Flower of Life
In a nutshell
There are many different ways to work with the ancient power of Sacred Geometry so that we can live in alignment with the divine blueprint of life.
