Stanford, Peter
Pilgrimage: Journeys of Meaning
- ISBN 13:
- 9780500296639
- author:
- Stanford, Peter
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Thames & Hudson Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 2.1 x 19.7 x 19.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, General, Geschichte,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Pilgrimage Journeys of Meaning is a thought-provoking exploration of one of civilization's most enduring traditions. Author Peter Stanford reflects on the reasons people have walked along sacred paths through the ages, tracing the experiences of first pilgrims to Jerusalem, Mecca, and Santiago de Compostela alongside those of millions who embark on life-changing journeys today.
Stanford guides readers through a global history of pilgrimage, exploring the historical and spiritual significance of places such as the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City, Lalibela's rock-cut churches in Ethiopia, and the riverbanks of the Kumbh Mela in India. He also examines how institutional and national struggles for power have shaped pilgrims' experiences.
This book educates a new generation about the value of seeking solace, clarity, and wonder by following in the footsteps of travelers from the past. With Pilgrimage Journeys of Meaning, Stanford sheds light on a global ritual that continues to captivate people from all walks of life.
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