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The only paintings that survived the Early Middle Ages were painted in?

pilgrimage churches, Romanesque style churches built along pilgrimage routes.


What is pilgrimages or pilgrims?

'Pilgrim(s)' are a person or a group of people who are making a journey somewhere for religious purposes. The 'pilgrimage' refers to the journey they make. For Muslims the 'pilgrimage' would be the Hajj and the 'pilgrims' would be those Muslims making the Hajj that year. For Christians the 'pilgrimage' may be a trip to the Holy Land (Jerusalem) and the 'pilgrims' are the people making the visit.


How did the pilgrimage start off?

The pilgrimage typically began with a deep sense of spiritual purpose, as individuals sought to connect with the divine or fulfill a vow. Pilgrims often gathered in groups, sharing stories and experiences, which fostered a sense of community. They would prepare physically and mentally for the journey, gathering supplies and mapping out their routes to the sacred site. The act of embarking on the pilgrimage itself was seen as a significant spiritual undertaking, marking the start of a transformative journey.


How did Henry win the pilgrimage of grace?

Henry VIII did not win the Pilgrimage of Grace; rather, it was a significant rebellion against his policies, particularly the dissolution of monasteries and the Protestant Reformation. The uprising, which began in 1536 in Yorkshire, saw thousands of participants demanding the restoration of traditional Catholic practices and the protection of the North's religious institutions. Although the rebels initially achieved some concessions and a temporary truce, Henry ultimately reasserted control, leading to the execution of key leaders and suppressing the movement. In the end, the Pilgrimage of Grace highlighted the deep discontent with Henry's religious changes rather than a victory for him.


What were medieval pilgrimages?

A pilgrimage is a journey undertaken for religious reasons. The medieval pilgrimages were very much the same sort of thing as those of ancient or modern times, in that regard. What made them special was that they gave people reasons to travel great distances at a time when relatively few people did travel. This connected people from different parts of the world and expanded knowledge.