Pilgrimage to Lourdes
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain the role and importance of Lourdes as a place of Christian pilgrimage.
Key learning points
- A pilgrimage is a journey with religious significance, usually undertaken by religious believers.
- Lourdes, in southwestern France, is an important place of pilgrimage for many Christian.
- In 1858, Bernadette Soubirous reported 18 visions of the Virgin Mary in a grotto near Lourdes.
- Lourdes is considered a place of healing and there have been over 70 recognised miracles that have taken place.
- Many Christians visit Lourdes today to seek healing, grow closer to God and to connect with other Christians.
Keywords
Lourdes - a place of pilgrimage where the Virgin Mary appeared to St Bernadette in a series of visions and it is claimed that miraculous healings have taken place
Miracle - an extraordinary act or event that defies the laws of nature
Pilgrimage - a religious journey to a holy site/sacred place; it is an act of worship and devotion
Common misconception
Only Roman Catholic Christians go to Lourdes.
Many Roman Catholic Christians do go to Lourdes, but all people, regardless of religion or denomination, are welcome to visit Lourdes.
Teacher tip
Teachers may wish to do further research on Lourdes to enhance knowledge of Lourdes by visiting www.lourdes-france.org.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.The Eucharist is a celebration and remembrance of Jesus' and resurrection.
Q2.What does the bread represent in the Eucharist?
Q3.What term describes the Catholic belief that the bread and wine become Jesus’ body and blood?
Q4.How often do many Christians celebrate the Eucharist?
Assessment exit quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Match each term to its meaning.
a place of pilgrimage where the Virgin Mary appeared
a religious journey to a holy site
an extraordinary act or event that defies the laws of nature
Q2.Why do religious believers go on pilgrimage?
Q3.Who did Bernadette Soubirous claim to see in her visions?
Q4.In 1858, Bernadette saw the Virgin Mary in a near Lourdes.
Q5.Who is allowed to visit Lourdes?
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