Organized by Vinetu Village, the "Circle of Knowledge" music ritual and meditation revives an ancient practice of sound therapy. Early civilizations believed that sound and music held magical powers, bridging the forces of the upper and lower worlds, uniting the mind and body, and helping individuals focus on their current state. Sound waves were used to restore physical strength, calm the mind, and regain spiritual balance, promoting deep relaxation and stress reduction.
The harmonizing and healing power of music is its greatest gift. Sound therapy serves as a natural remedy that inspires and transforms, producing noticeable positive effects on both the body and mind. After a session, participants often experience:
The "Circle of Knowledge" meditation is led by Mindaugas and Jurgita, founders of Vinetu Village, a cultural center dedicated to preserving North American Indigenous traditions since 2006. The village features an open-air museum of living Indigenous history, where visitors can participate in rituals, educational tours, traditional nature festivals, and themed events. Over the years, native guests from Indigenous communities in America, Siberian shamans, and spiritual leaders from various cultures have taken part in these gatherings.
"We are all connected, created by the Great Spirit to live in harmony and love with everything around us."
(Lakota Native American wisdom)