medieval-religion: Scholarly discussions of medieval religion and culture
On 08/08/2010 9:12 AM, T Morgan wrote:
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I'm currently at an event we don't talk about on this list and have had a chance to shop for pilgrim's badges.
Bonjour, illustrati!
A number of years ago -- five, I think, but at my age one cannot be so
certain -- my wife and I went to Canterbury, in search of spiritual
solace (and fine Kentish ale).
We found both in great abundance, and we both recommend such a
'pilgrimage' to all who ask, especially to those who think they may
have a vocation (so they may ponder what such a vocation cost St.
Thomas).
But I digress.
At that time, the cathedral shop, located within the close but upon a
well travelled street, offered pilgrimage badges in the form of shells
with a cross engraved thereupon.
Of course, this, as I understand it, is the traditional badge of a
pilgrimage to St.Iago. However, being Lutheran, I am not so
precise concerning what badge I receive in connection with which
pilgrimage I have made.
Now that I am not only retired but also tired, I find that badge of
great utility.
Lutheran tradition demands that the bishop loci be the only pastor who
wears a crucifix. Far. far be it from me to defy 450 years of
tradition.
So, when I am called out of retirement to preach for a pastor taking a
(much needed) break, I wear my badge. I find it to be a wonderful
thing. It promotes a great deal of discussion among those who notice
it concerning its meaning and the significance of a pilgrimage.
As you may have by now surmised, I am thoroughly in favour of
pilgrimages, pilgrimage badges, tokens, or whatever, and wish those who
are members of this list to do all within their capabilities to promote
them, especially for poor retired clergy and their wives who seek them
(and good ale).
May I add my hearty thanks to all those who have already supported this
project!
A mere student,
Frank
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