They go on the pilgrimage to visit the site where Thomas Becket was murdered.
In Geoffrey Chaucer's "The Canterbury Tales," the pilgrims are traveling to the shrine of Thomas Becket in Canterbury, England. They each tell stories along the way to pass the time and entertain each other.
tabard
the reeve
Any number of people, including Charlemagne, Barack Obama, Adolf Hitler, Jesus... You might want to try again but be more specific, i.e. "Was so-and-so one of the pilgrims in the Canterbury Tales?"
The Canterbury Tales is a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer in the 14th century. Why not just Google the Cantebury Tales? You'll find the answer without even having to click a single link.
people go on pilgrims so that their sins would be forgiven. if you want to read a poem about pilgrims then I suggest The Canterbury Tales!
Peter Luther 859-1011
The Nun (or Prioress)
" The Canterbury Tales " is essentially a frame story where the pilgrims are narrating stories within the frame of the pilgrimage .
The pilgrims in "The Canterbury Tales" were traveling to the shrine of Thomas Becket in Canterbury Cathedral as a form of religious pilgrimage. They were seeking spiritual renewal and seeking forgiveness for their sins.
"In Southwerk at the Tabard as I lay Ready to start upon my pilgrimage To Canterbury, full of devout homage" This excerpt from the Prologue of the Canterbury Tales showcases iambic pentameter with its 10-syllable lines and alternating stressed and unstressed syllables.
It's written in rhyming couplets
The Sergeant of Law in the Canterbury Tales went on pilgrimage to maintain his social status and reputation. He wanted to be seen as devout and religious by society, which would enhance his standing as a successful lawyer. This pilgrimage was also a way for him to network with other pilgrims and potentially expand his business opportunities.