The origin of the word ‘pilgrimage’

 

 

The word ‘pilgrimage’ derives from the Latin peregrinus, meaning ‘foreign’, derived from peregre, meaning ‘going’ abroad, derived from ‘per- (through) + ager (field).

 

In short, the word ‘pilgrimage’ means: journey (abroad).

 

A ‘pilgrim’ is someone who is on a journey, hence is not at home.

 

A goal of pilgrimage is to come home.

 

What ‘home’ means