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fromMedievalists.net
2 days ago
History

Medieval Inscriptions in Jerusalem's Cenacle Reveal Diversity of Pilgrimage - Medievalists.net

Newly discovered medieval inscriptions in Jerusalem provide insights into the journeys of medieval pilgrims.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why Tibet's Samye monastery is my wonder of the world

Samye Monastery is Tibet's first Buddhist monastery, founded in 775, and represents the universe through its vast mandala structure.
fromMedievalists.net
2 days ago
History

Medieval Inscriptions in Jerusalem's Cenacle Reveal Diversity of Pilgrimage - Medievalists.net

Newly discovered medieval inscriptions in Jerusalem provide insights into the journeys of medieval pilgrims.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why Tibet's Samye monastery is my wonder of the world

Samye Monastery is Tibet's first Buddhist monastery, founded in 775, and represents the universe through its vast mandala structure.
more#cultural-heritage
#history
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 days ago
Brooklyn

April 27: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Brooklyn commemorated significant events in 1900, presenting memorials to Pope Leo XIII, and celebrated a baseball victory over the New York Giants in 1913.
fromThe Good Life France
3 weeks ago
Paris food

Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges and the Cathedral of the Pyrenees - The Good Life France

Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges is a picturesque village steeped in history and a renowned pilgrimage destination in the Pyrenees.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 days ago
NYC music

April 26: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

The Year of Jubilee 1925 saw fewer pilgrims than expected, largely due to atrocious weather conditions in Rome.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 days ago
Brooklyn

April 27: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Brooklyn commemorated significant events in 1900, presenting memorials to Pope Leo XIII, and celebrated a baseball victory over the New York Giants in 1913.
fromThe Good Life France
3 weeks ago
Paris food

Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges and the Cathedral of the Pyrenees - The Good Life France

Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges is a picturesque village steeped in history and a renowned pilgrimage destination in the Pyrenees.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 days ago
NYC music

April 26: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

The Year of Jubilee 1925 saw fewer pilgrims than expected, largely due to atrocious weather conditions in Rome.
more#history
#spirituality
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 months ago

Reverence for the sacred waters of the Ganga and belief in its power to wash away sins bring millions to India's Maha Kumbh festival

The Maha Kumbh festival in Prayagraj attracts millions, blending profound spirituality with significant safety challenges.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Liverpool FC

A Soccer Field Can Be Sacred

The journey to St. James's Park exemplifies the spiritual connection fans have with soccer.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
US news

India kicks off a Hindu festival touted as the world's largest religious gathering

The Maha Kumbh festival is the world's largest religious gathering focused on rituals at the sacred confluence of rivers, symbolizing the quest for spiritual salvation.
fromredBus Blog
5 months ago
Alternative transportation

Exploring Sabarimala: The Sacred Pilgrimage - redBus Blog

Sabarimala is a significant pilgrimage site in India known for its unity and spiritual growth among diverse devotees.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 months ago

Reverence for the sacred waters of the Ganga and belief in its power to wash away sins bring millions to India's Maha Kumbh festival

The Maha Kumbh festival in Prayagraj attracts millions, blending profound spirituality with significant safety challenges.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Liverpool FC

A Soccer Field Can Be Sacred

The journey to St. James's Park exemplifies the spiritual connection fans have with soccer.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
US news

India kicks off a Hindu festival touted as the world's largest religious gathering

The Maha Kumbh festival is the world's largest religious gathering focused on rituals at the sacred confluence of rivers, symbolizing the quest for spiritual salvation.
fromredBus Blog
5 months ago
Alternative transportation

Exploring Sabarimala: The Sacred Pilgrimage - redBus Blog

Sabarimala is a significant pilgrimage site in India known for its unity and spiritual growth among diverse devotees.
more#spirituality
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Dining

Archaeologists reveal strange inscriptions at site believed to be where Last Supper occurred - just in time for Easter

The site of the Last Supper has revealed centuries-old inscriptions, providing insights into historical pilgrimages and cultural interactions.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Travel

Ciara Kelly: Walking the Camino, I'm reminded of how far I've come from from the day that the pain in my hips left me crying in the street

Walking holidays provide a deep sense of achievement and connection to the past.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
France news

Syrian Druse Pilgrims Pay Rare Visit to Israel

A rare pilgrimage of Syrian Druse to Israel marks a significant moment for cross-border religious connection.
#maha-kumbh-mela
Miscellaneous
fromeuronews
3 months ago

World's largest religious festival in India struck by deadly stampede

A tragic stampede during the Maha Kumbh Mela pilgrimage led to numerous casualties and injuries, with reports of at least 10 to 40 dead.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

India: PM Narendra Modi takes holy dip at Maha Kumbh Mela DW 02/05/2025

Modi participated in the Maha Kumbh Mela, the largest gathering in the world, amidst concerns following a deadly stampede.
fromWashington Post
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Dozens feared dead or injured after stampede at massive Hindu festival

A deadly stampede occurred during the Maha Kumbh Mela in India, with casualties reported and a history of similar incidents at the festival.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Mental health

India: One woman's dive into the Maha Kumbh Mela DW 02/21/2025

Experiencing the Maha Kumbh Mela offers a mix of chaos, spirituality, and community despite overwhelming crowds and personal challenges.
Miscellaneous
fromeuronews
3 months ago

World's largest religious festival in India struck by deadly stampede

A tragic stampede during the Maha Kumbh Mela pilgrimage led to numerous casualties and injuries, with reports of at least 10 to 40 dead.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

India: PM Narendra Modi takes holy dip at Maha Kumbh Mela DW 02/05/2025

Modi participated in the Maha Kumbh Mela, the largest gathering in the world, amidst concerns following a deadly stampede.
fromWashington Post
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Dozens feared dead or injured after stampede at massive Hindu festival

A deadly stampede occurred during the Maha Kumbh Mela in India, with casualties reported and a history of similar incidents at the festival.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Mental health

India: One woman's dive into the Maha Kumbh Mela DW 02/21/2025

Experiencing the Maha Kumbh Mela offers a mix of chaos, spirituality, and community despite overwhelming crowds and personal challenges.
more#maha-kumbh-mela
#kumbh-mela
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Photos: India kicks off a huge Hindu festival, Maha Kumbh Mela

The Kumbh Mela is the largest religious gathering globally, attracting millions of Hindu devotees for rituals and spiritual practices.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

India's Maha Kumbh Mela festival gets under way for first time in 144 years

The Maha Kumbh Mela is the largest religious gathering in the world, occurring every 12 years, attracting over 400 million participants this year.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Have You Seen This Pilgrim? Lost in the Throngs of the Kumbh Mela.

The Maha Kumbh Mela attracts massive crowds, making it easy for attendees to get lost amidst the festivities.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Photos: India kicks off a huge Hindu festival, Maha Kumbh Mela

The Kumbh Mela is the largest religious gathering globally, attracting millions of Hindu devotees for rituals and spiritual practices.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

India's Maha Kumbh Mela festival gets under way for first time in 144 years

The Maha Kumbh Mela is the largest religious gathering in the world, occurring every 12 years, attracting over 400 million participants this year.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Have You Seen This Pilgrim? Lost in the Throngs of the Kumbh Mela.

The Maha Kumbh Mela attracts massive crowds, making it easy for attendees to get lost amidst the festivities.
more#kumbh-mela
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago
History

New Medieval Books: A Quest for God and Spices - Medievalists.net

The novel follows two characters on a perilous quest to find a mysterious king in the East.
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

How this anime-inspired mascot for the Catholic Church's 2025 Jubilee incorporates traditions

The Catholic Church's 2025 Jubilee mascot, Luce, aims to engage youth while highlighting themes of hope and pilgrimage.
#jubilee
fromThe Conversation
3 months ago
philosophy

Luce, a cartoon mascot for Catholic Church's 2025 Jubilee, appeals to a younger generation while embracing time-honored traditions

Luce, the Vatican's anime mascot, promotes hope for young people in preparation for the 2025 Jubilee, but receives mixed reactions regarding her representation.
fromTravel + Leisure
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

What to Know About Traveling to Rome in 2025, When Millions Are Expected to Visit for the Jubilee

Rome expects a significant influx of visitors during the 2025 Jubilee, primarily due to its spiritual significance and events planned throughout the year.
fromThe Conversation
3 months ago
philosophy

Luce, a cartoon mascot for Catholic Church's 2025 Jubilee, appeals to a younger generation while embracing time-honored traditions

Luce, the Vatican's anime mascot, promotes hope for young people in preparation for the 2025 Jubilee, but receives mixed reactions regarding her representation.
fromTravel + Leisure
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

What to Know About Traveling to Rome in 2025, When Millions Are Expected to Visit for the Jubilee

Rome expects a significant influx of visitors during the 2025 Jubilee, primarily due to its spiritual significance and events planned throughout the year.
more#jubilee
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
3 months ago

What to Know About the Hindu Festival Billed as the World's Largest Religious Gathering

The Maha Kumbh festival is the largest religious gathering, where millions seek cleansing of sins and liberation from the cycle of rebirth.
#christianity
fromThe Conversation
7 months ago
philosophy

What is the Shroud of Turin and why is there so much controversy around it?

The Shroud of Turin, believed by many to be Jesus' burial cloth, is actually dated to the Middle Ages, creating significant controversy.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bethlehem marks a second somber Christmas Eve during Gaza war

Bethlehem's Christmas festivities have been severely affected by the ongoing conflict in Gaza, reflecting deep economic and emotional impacts on the community.
fromThe Conversation
7 months ago
philosophy

What is the Shroud of Turin and why is there so much controversy around it?

The Shroud of Turin, believed by many to be Jesus' burial cloth, is actually dated to the Middle Ages, creating significant controversy.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bethlehem marks a second somber Christmas Eve during Gaza war

Bethlehem's Christmas festivities have been severely affected by the ongoing conflict in Gaza, reflecting deep economic and emotional impacts on the community.
more#christianity
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Pope launches jubilee year expected to bring millions of visitors to Rome

Pope Francis officially inaugurated the jubilee year for the Catholic Church, symbolized by the opening of the Holy Door in St Peter's Basilica.
fromeuronews
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Video. Saint Parascheva, Romania's largest pilgrimage

Saint's relics available for prayer in the Metropolitan Cathedral until 15 October; open-air mass celebrating Saint Parascheva on 14 October.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 months ago
Europe news

The Vatican is set to rule on reported apparitions of the Virgin Mary at a Bosnian shrine

The Vatican has completed a 15-year study on the contested apparitions of the Virgin Mary in Medjugorje, now a major pilgrimage site.
#pakistan
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
Digital life

Bus of Pilgrims From Pakistan Crashes in Iran, Killing at Least 28

28 Pakistani pilgrims died in a bus accident in Iran while heading to Arbaeen.
The crash occurred en route to one of the world's largest gatherings for a religious observance.
fromwww.dw.com
8 months ago
Europe news

Iran: Bus crash kills at least 28 Pakistani pilgrims DW 08/21/2024

A tragic bus accident in Iran killed 28 Pakistani pilgrims, highlighting the dangers of road travel in the region.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
New York City

Dozens Are Killed in Two Unrelated Bus Crashes in Pakistan

At least 37 people died in two separate bus crashes in Pakistan, raising concerns about road safety and enforcement issues.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
Digital life

Bus of Pilgrims From Pakistan Crashes in Iran, Killing at Least 28

28 Pakistani pilgrims died in a bus accident in Iran while heading to Arbaeen.
The crash occurred en route to one of the world's largest gatherings for a religious observance.
fromwww.dw.com
8 months ago
Europe news

Iran: Bus crash kills at least 28 Pakistani pilgrims DW 08/21/2024

A tragic bus accident in Iran killed 28 Pakistani pilgrims, highlighting the dangers of road travel in the region.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
New York City

Dozens Are Killed in Two Unrelated Bus Crashes in Pakistan

At least 37 people died in two separate bus crashes in Pakistan, raising concerns about road safety and enforcement issues.
more#pakistan
US news
fromwww.npr.org
10 months ago

14 pilgrims die from sunstroke as Eid al-Adha celebrations begin for Muslims

The stoning of the devil marks the final days of the Hajj and the start of the Eid al-Adha celebrations for Muslims worldwide.
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