Last updated: November 9, 2024 One symbol/model that has been important to me in my personal spiritual development is the Figure 8.  When you open your eyes, you can start to see Figure 8 symbols in a few different, critical places.  For example, if you have ever been on a sailboat or tried mountain climbing, you may be familiar with the Figure 8 knot.  This knot, shown at right, is commonly used as a stopper knot on ships and boats, serving as a temporary knot to tie them off.  In addition, the Figure 8 knot is frequently used to attach...