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- Dictionarypilgrimage/ˈpɪlɡrɪmɪdʒ/
noun
- 1. a pilgrim's journey: "he wanted to go on a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela"
verb
- 1. go on a pilgrimage: "thousands pilgrimage there every year"
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Learn about the concept, practice and significance of pilgrimage in various religions and cultures. Explore the history, destinations and benefits of pilgrimage, from ancient Greece to modern times.
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- Abraham’s Path, The Middle East. This epic 1,243-mile routestarts in Harran, Turkey, where God is said to have called upon Abraham to ‘go forth’, and rambles on through Egypt, Palestine, Israel and Jordan.
- Via Francigena, UK, France & Italy. A 1,200-mile routeconnecting Canterbury to Rome via France, the Swiss Alps and the Italian Apennines, passing churches and shrines devoted to St Francis.
- Adam’s Peak, Sri Lanka. In Sri Lanka’s Central Highlands, this conical, 7,360ft-high peak is home to a footprint that’s said to belong to — faith depending — Adam, Buddha or Shiva.
- Caminho Português, Portugal & Spain. The wild Atlantic coast unravels before you on this uncrowded trail from Lisbon (380 miles) or Porto (140 miles) to Santiago de Compostela.
Learn the meaning of pilgrimage as a special journey or a visit to a holy place. Find out how to use the word in sentences and how to say it in different languages.
Sep 23, 2024 · A pilgrimage is a journey undertaken for a religious motive. The institution of pilgrimage is evident in all world religions and was also important in the religions of ancient Greece and Rome.
- Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India. The spiritual hub of Buddhism is India's Bodh Gaya, whose famous fig tree was said to have sheltered Siddhartha Guatama as he meditated for seven days during his quest for enlightenment.
- St. Paul Trail, Turkey. This rugged 310-mile (500-kilometer) trail partly follows St. Paul’s journeyto spread Christianity. Leading from Perg or Aspendos to Antioch, the route forges past fragrant pine forests and mirage-like lakes.
- March for Jobs and Freedom, Washington, D.C. Photos of the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedomshow a sea of people flooding the National Mall and enjoying the festive mood.
- St. Patrick’s Footsteps, Ireland. To retrace St. Patrick's steps, you can either retreat to the island of Lough Derg, or climb—barefoot is the custom—Croagh Patrick.
Learn about 10 different types of pilgrimage, from traditional to interior, and how to practice them in your life. Whether you seek a spiritual destination, a cultural connection, a personal transformation, or a nature immersion, there is a pilgrimage for you.
Aug 23, 2024 · Explore the spiritual and cultural diversity of pilgrimage trails from Japan to Italy, Finland to Spain. Whether you walk, cycle or kayak, you'll discover natural beauty, history and inner peace on these journeys.
