Pilgrimaged: meaning, definitions and examples

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pilgrimaged

 

[ ˈpɪlɡrɪmɪdʒd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

spiritual journey

A pilgrimaged refers to a journey undertaken for a sacred purpose, often involving travel to a significant religious site. This term is derived from the act of pilgrimage, which emphasizes the spiritual or religious motivations behind travel. Such journeys can vary in duration and distance, and they are often marked by personal reflection and devotion.

Synonyms

expedition, journey, travels

Examples of usage

  • The pilgrimaged to Mecca is an essential practice for Muslims.
  • Many Christians have engaged in a pilgrimaged to Jerusalem.
  • The festival includes a commemorative walk that resembles a pilgrimaged.
  • Her pilgrimaged along the Camino de Santiago was life-changing.
  • They documented their pilgrimaged to various historic monasteries.

Translations

Translations of the word "pilgrimaged" in other languages:

🇵🇹 peregrinação

🇮🇳 तीर्थ यात्रा

🇩🇪 Pilgerfahrt

🇮🇩 ziarah

🇺🇦 паломництво

🇵🇱 pielgrzymka

🇯🇵 巡礼

🇫🇷 pèlerinage

🇪🇸 peregrinación

🇹🇷 hac

🇰🇷 순례

🇸🇦 حج

🇨🇿 pouť

🇸🇰 púť

🇨🇳 朝圣

🇸🇮 romanje

🇮🇸 pílaganga

🇰🇿 паломничество

🇬🇪 ლოცვა

🇦🇿 ziyarət

🇲🇽 peregrinación

Etymology

The word 'pilgrimage' originates from the Latin term 'peregrinus', meaning 'foreigner' or 'traveler', which evolved into 'peregrinage' in Old French before becoming 'pilgrimage' in Middle English. This transformation highlights the evolving nature of travel, particularly travel that is imbued with spiritual or religious significance. Historically, pilgrimages have played a crucial role across various cultures, serving as acts of devotion that bring individuals closer to their faith and allowing communities to express their beliefs collectively. The concept of pilgrimage can be traced back to ancient civilizations, with paths leading to sacred temples and sites of worship. Over centuries, pilgrims have journeyed to places like Santiago de Compostela, the Ganges River, and Jerusalem, solidifying the cultural importance of these routes and their impact on religious practices.