On a recent trip to Washington, D.C., I took some time to study the sacred geometry of the city. This was research for The Star Family, a book set partially in D.C
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Sacred geometry means building in harmony with nature’s designs, such as using the golden mean or Fibonacci spiral, and reflecting cosmic principles in your work. Washington, D.C., built by Masons, is filled with sacred geometry, and I didn’t have time to see it all. The Freemasons and the Rosicrucians saved spiritual teachings from the forces of Western culture that were out to suppress them, which is quite contrary to what is said of them in some conspiracy theories.
Lately, I’ve been working a lot with the Tree of Life. One of the aspects of the Tree of Life I saw reflected repeatedly in the U.S. Capitol City is the placement of images representing Geburah and Gedulah. Geburah represents the principle of Severity, while Gedulah represents Mercy. Geburah is Mars while Gedulah is Jupiter. We know these in the Lord’s Prayer as “the power and the glory.” In D.C., Mercy is often called “Justice”, Severity “Law”. These two Sephirah stand opposite each other on the Tree, bringing a balance of these two opposing principles to life, to the community and to the individual. We need them both, for without Mercy, Justice grows too severe. Without Justice, Mercy goes soft and allows abuse.
The entrance to the Supreme Court.
Here at the entrance to the Supreme Court, you can see how the two statues representing these principles are always placed on opposite sides, showing how they are supposed to balance each other in perfect harmony. The first is Justice or Law. The second is Contemplation of Justice or Mercy.
The entrance to one of the Senate Office buildings.
The entrance to the National Archives. 
Our nation’s capitol is set up to bring balance to these two great forces of life and to ensure that they guide the U.S. government. Next time you visit Washington, D.C., enliven both these priniciples by visiting the places where Law and Justice are represented. Take a moment to meditate there or envision these principles operating without impediment. Yes we can make a difference.
Here are some books that will teach you more about the sacred geometry of Washington, D.C.