pilgrimage

Meanings

• noun

  A journey, often a long one, made to a sacred place.

  - "Thousands of people embark on a pilgrimage to Mecca every year."
  - "The pilgrimage to Lourdes is famous for miraculous healings."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pilgrimage
journey , legacy , reverie , vagabond , saga , maga , scenic , penance

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Variants

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pilgrimage , pilgrimages , pilgrimaged , pilgrimaging

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Etymology

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From Old French peregrinage, from peregrin 'pilgrim' or peregrinar 'travel', from past participle of peregrinare 'journey, travel'.

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Trivia

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1. The most famous pilgrimage is the Hajj to Mecca, which every able-bodied Muslim is expected to make at least once in their lifetime.

2. The Camino de Santiago, or the Way of St. James, is a popular pilgrimage route in Europe.

3. The term 'pilgrimage' comes from the Latin word 'peregrinare,' which means 'to travel through foreign lands'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Journey: A pilgrimage is a type of journey, usually to a sacred place.

2. Pilgrim: A person who embarks on a pilgrimage, often for religious reasons.

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Culture

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Pilgrimages have been a significant part of various religions and cultures throughout history. They provide an opportunity for spiritual growth, penance, and community. Pilgrimages have been depicted in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression.

How to Memorize "pilgrimage"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a long journey to a sacred place.
   - Imagine yourself walking with other pilgrims towards a holy site.
   - Think of the sights, sounds, and smells you might encounter on your pilgrimage.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pilgrimage' with the idea of a spiritual journey.
   - Think of the concept of seeking enlightenment or forgiveness.
   - Connect the word with the idea of a journey to a sacred place.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'Pilgrimage is a long journey to a sacred place.'
   - Use the acronym 'PILGRIMS' to remember the different aspects of a pilgrimage: Purpose, Itinerary, Logistics, Guidance, Religion, Inspiration, Memories, and Sacrifice.

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