The following text and graphic was obtained at a native celebration in Organ Pipe National Park, Arizona, U.S.A. The maze appears on pottery, weaved bowls and baskets made by the natives near the village of Hickiwan in south central Arizona. The text and graphic was copied from a small photocopy hand out that had no copyrite or other claim of ownership. However, the text and graphic probably belong exclusively to the Tohono O'Odham Nation
The man at the top of the maze depicts birth. By following the white pattern at the top, the figure goes through the maze encountering many turns and changes as in life. As the journey continues, one acquires knowledge, strength and understanding. Nearing the end of the maze, one retreats to a small corner of the pattern before reaching the dark center of death and eternal life. Here one repents, cleanses, and reflects back on all the wisdom gained. Finally pure and in harmony with the world, death and eternal life are accepted.