The Pilgrimage Of Etheria
by Etheria
'The Pilgrimage Of Etheria' Summary
The Pilgrimage of Etheria is an account of a pilgrimage to the Holy Land written by a Christian woman named Egeria in the late fourth century. The Itinerarium Egeriae, as it is also known, is one of the most important sources of information about the Holy Land in this period.
Egeria's journey took her to all the major sites associated with Jesus' life and ministry, including Bethlehem, Jerusalem, and the Sea of Galilee. Along the way, she recorded her observations of the people, places, and customs of the Holy Land. She also wrote about her spiritual experiences and her thoughts on the meaning of pilgrimage.
The Pilgrimage of Etheria is a valuable historical document that provides insights into the Christian pilgrimage movement in the late fourth century. It also offers a unique perspective on the Holy Land in this period, and it is an important source of information about the geography, culture, and religious practices of the region.
The Itinerarium Egeriae is written in a clear and concise style, and it is full of interesting details. Egeria's account is a fascinating read, and it provides a valuable glimpse into the life of a Christian pilgrim in the late fourth century.
Book Details
Language
EnglishOriginal Language
LatinPublished In
Genre/Category
Tags/Keywords
Authors
Etheria
Europe
Egeria was a Western European Christian woman, widely regarded to be the author of a detailed account of a pilgrimage to the Holy Land about 381/2–386. Her name is Latin for "Etheria", which means "fo...
Books by EtheriaDownload eBooks
Listen/Download Audiobook
- Select Speed
Related books
Commonitory of Saint Vincent Lerins by Vincent Lérins
The Commonitory of Saint Vincent Lerins is a classic work of Christian apologetics, written in the 5th century by a monk named Vincent of Lérins. The...
Foxe's Book of Martyrs, Volume 2 by John Foxe
It begins with early Christian martyrs, and continues with the Inquisition, Wycliffe, and the Marian Persecutions.Roman Catholics often view Foxe's r...
Prologue to the Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer
LibriVox volunteers bring you 6 different recordings of the Prologue to the Canterbury Tales, Lines 1-18 by Geoffrey Chaucer. This was the weekly poet...
War Impressions: Being a Record in Colour by Mortimer Menpes
Mortimer Menpes, an Australian expatriate artist, embarked on a journey to South Africa as a correspondent for the London weekly *Black and White* mag...
Western United States by Harold W. Fairbanks
"In preparation of this book the author has had in mind the needs of the upper grammar grades. The subject matter has not been selected with the objec...
The Social History of Smoking by George L. Apperson
This work tells the history of smoking in England from the social point of view. Thus it does not deal with the history of tobacco growing or tobacco...
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 39, July 27, 1880 by Various
Harper's Young People, Volume 1, Issue 39, published on July 27th, 1880, is a captivating collection of stories and articles aimed at young readers. I...
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 08 - 05. May 1897 by National Geographic Society
This issue of the National Geographic Magazine, published in May 1897, explores a range of geographical and historical topics. It features articles by...
A History of Greece to the Death of Alexander the Great, Vol 2 by John Bagnell Bury
A History of Greece to the Death of Alexander the Great was first published in 1900. It went on to become a standard text in many colleges and was use...
History Of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Vol. 2 by Gaston Maspero
History Of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria is the masterwork of one of the fathers of modern egyptology. This work, in twelve volumes, w...
Reviews for The Pilgrimage Of Etheria
No reviews posted or approved, yet...