Hidden Motivations of Geometric Way

The game of chess was consciously designed to represent the world of transformations on a restricted field of action. Each player utilizes the different forces of nature as well as the psychological motivations hidden within. Chess mirrors our relationship with the outer world, and allows us to reflect upon our inner self as we warp and weave our way to victory. Though the origins of chess are in dispute, it has been around in many guises for several thousand years. Some say it originated in India, some Persia, others in China, and the Chinese have their own version in use today. Regardless of its origins, to the enlightened mind it serves as a platform for creative transformation of the mind and spirit. The key to understanding the deeper significance of each piece is the geometric way it moves. Does the piece move in a straight line, diagonally along the hypotenuse of a triangle or both? A square move represents earthly action. A triangular move represents alignment with the divine within. The divine within is what inspires us to creative thought.Examining the chessboard, we see that it has 64 squares of alternating color. One interpretation indicates that the white squares represent the path of the intellect and the black represents the devotional path of the heart. The chess pieces represent the forces of nature, light and dark, good and evil, opposing forces which permit the manifestation of all things material. Each piece represents a different position, power and possibility in the game of life. How you use each piece and the kinds of risks and gambits you are willing to engage is a great reflection of your approach to life.