Religious Studies - 6 - Christianity - Practices - 205, 206 - Pilgrimages - Walsingham Flashcards
What is Walsingham known for?
A Christian place of pilgrimage
In which county is Walsingham located?
Norfolk
How far is Walsingham from Norwich?
30 miles
When did Walsingham become a holy place?
In 1061
Who had the dream that led to the establishment of Walsingham as a holy site?
Richeldis de Faverches
What did the Virgin Mary ask Richeldis de Faverches to build?
A replica of the house in Nazareth, where the announcement of the birth of Jesus took place.
Around what year was a priory or small monastic church built at Walsingham?
About 1150
What happened to Walsingham in 1538?
It was destroyed during the Reformation
When did people begin to travel openly to Walsingham again?
In 1829
What significant legal change occurred in 1829 regarding Catholicism in Britain?
Laws allowed Catholics to practice their religion fully
Is there an Anglican shrine at Walsingham?
Yes
Why is Walsingham considered an important place of pilgrimage?
It is the place where the announcement of the birth of Jesus took place
