The Power of Pilgrimage: An Introduction to Season Two's Theme
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Welcome to Season Two of Radical Sacred. This season we'll be exploring pilgrimage. In this kickoff to Season Two, Phil Dieke reflects on his experience of going on a pilgrimage...
show moreIn this kickoff to Season Two, Phil Dieke reflects on his experience of going on a pilgrimage to Northern Ireland with Brian McLaren and Gareth Higgins. Jenny and Phil explore the concept of pilgrimage and its significance in personal and spiritual growth. They discusses the importance of journeying within oneself and the need for intentional exploration and self-discovery. As well as highlighting the role of community in pilgrimage and the value of engaging in conversations with people of different ideologies. The episode concludes with a discussion on the lack of cultural rites of passage in Western society and the potential for personal transformation through pilgrimage.
Takeaways
- Pilgrimage is not limited to physical journeys to holy places; it can also be an inner journey of self-discovery and exploration.
- Intentionality is key in pilgrimage, whether it is through reading, sitting in silence, or engaging in meaningful conversations.
- Pilgrimage can be a transformative experience that allows individuals to connect with themselves and others on a deeper level.
- Western society lacks cultural rites of passage, which can hinder personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pilgrimage requires stepping out of comfort zones and embracing discomfort in order to experience personal and spiritual growth.
Chapters00:00 Introduction: The Invitation to Pilgrimage
04:10 The Significance of Pilgrimage in Personal and Spiritual Growth
10:37 The Difference Between Tourism and Pilgrimage
16:13 Tourist vs. Pilgrim: The Importance of Intentionality
21:40 The Absence of Cultural Rites of Passage in Western Society
28:28 Embracing Discomfort: The Path to Personal and Spiritual Growth
35:40 Conclusion: The Call to Pilgrimage
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Author | Phillip Dieke |
Organization | Phillip Dieke |
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