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Pilgrimage
/ˈpɪlɡrɪmɪdʒ/noun / verb
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A pilgrimage is a journey to a sacred or significant place, often motivated by religious faith, spiritual seeking, or deep personal meaning, symbolizing devotion and transformation. In modern usage, it extends metaphorically to any life-changing endeavor, like a career quest or emotional healing journey, highlighting the human desire for growth and connection.
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The ancient Kumbh Mela pilgrimage in India draws over 50 million participants every 12 years, making it the world's largest peaceful gathering, where participants bathe in sacred rivers believed to wash away sins, a tradition dating back to 7th-century texts.
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