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Christianity Practices
pilgrimage definition
a journey to a specific place that has religious or spiritual significance
how do places become a site of pilgrimage
mentioned in the Bible
mentioned by Jesus
where a miracle happened
a site of religious history
where a religious leader lives
somewhere spiritual healing takes place
associated with the founder of the religion
where they believe God's presence is stronger
tomb/resting place of an important figure
what's the purpose of pilgrimage
deepen connection with God and faith
feel connected to the worldwide community of Christians; to meet like minded thinkers; meet Christians from different denominations and places across the world
learn more about and feel connected to the history of Christianity
see sites where miracles happened
receive special healing
seek healing/acceptance of ailments
reasons why someone wouldn't go on pilgrimage
too expensive/not worth it
God present everywhere
money spent on pilgrimage could be used for charity instead of travel
sites are often crowded and overcommercialised
why would protestants not go to pilgrimage sites (and who's ideas are these)
John Cauvin
believe pilgrimage sites are worshipping idols and shrines, distracting from proper worship
what are the benefits of going on pilgrimage
form of spiritual renewal
seek healing/acceptance of ailments
brings people closer to God
community; people can share in faith
learn more and feel connected to the history of Christianity
see sites where miracles occurred and receive special blessings
