Explain why some Christians go on pilgrimage and the effect which this might have on them?

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CHRISTIANITY COURSEWORK

PART 2 (Maaz Awais Turk)

Explain why some Christians go on pilgrimage and the effect which this might have on them?

Many Christians make pilgrimages. Pilgrimages are religious visits to holy places. There are several different types of places of pilgrimage.People go on a Pilgrimage for processions, to say thank you and to ask for forgiveness. When they go over there they sing Hymns, in remembrance of the Jesus Christ. They are convinced by the priests that you have come to the right place, don't turn your back on it, the lady calls you, she will answer you, she is smiling and asking the people to come there to pray to God, thank him and to ask for forgiveness. They are told to believe and trust, your prayers will be answered.

Many Christians visit places that are connected with the life and work of Jesus. Christians who visit the Holy Land (Israel) might go to Bethlehem, Jerusalem, the river Jordan and to other places mentioned in the Bible.

Pilgrimage is an act of religious devotion. Many people go on a pilgrimage for many reasons, which they may believe in, they