A VERY SPECIAL REQUEST-Please help.

[tyger]

A Labyrinth of Jericho belt buckle is on its way to you, a gift for the Captain. Thank you for being his outfitter.

I have chosen the labyrinth design for good reason.

In medieval times, the labyrinth symbolized a hard path to God with a clearly defined center (God) and one entrance (birth). Thus, the labyrinth retains its connection with the the cycle of birth, death, and triumphant return.

Labyrinths have been used as symbolic forms of pilgrimage. Walk the path, and thus ascend toward salvation or enlightenment. Many people could not afford to travel to holy sites and lands, so labyrinths and prayer substituted for such travel.

Labyrinths are used by modern mystics to help achieve a contemplative state. Among the turnings, one loses track of direction and of the outside world, and thus quiets ones mind.

I hope that the Captain finds peace in all, and satisfaction in his new dress.