Irish Pilgrim Trips (Junior Cert Religious Education): Quizzes
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What is the main focus of a pilgrim path?
What is the main focus of a pilgrim path?
Spiritual journeys
What is Croagh Patrick also known as?
What is Croagh Patrick also known as?
The Reek
How long did St Patrick fast on Croagh Patrick's summit?
How long did St Patrick fast on Croagh Patrick's summit?
40 days
When does the main Croagh Patrick pilgrimage take place?
When does the main Croagh Patrick pilgrimage take place?
Last Sunday in July
Why do many pilgrims climb Croagh Patrick barefoot?
Why do many pilgrims climb Croagh Patrick barefoot?
As a form of penance
In which county is Lough Derg located?
In which county is Lough Derg located?
County Donegal
How long does the Lough Derg pilgrimage last?
How long does the Lough Derg pilgrimage last?
Three days
What are 'stations' at Lough Derg?
What are 'stations' at Lough Derg?
Prayers & rituals in specific order
What must pilgrims do for most of the first night at Lough Derg?
What must pilgrims do for most of the first night at Lough Derg?
Remain awake
How is Station Island at Lough Derg reached?
How is Station Island at Lough Derg reached?
By boat
Which saint is connected to both Croagh Patrick and Lough Derg?
Which saint is connected to both Croagh Patrick and Lough Derg?
St Patrick
How long have Ireland's pilgrim paths been walked?
How long have Ireland's pilgrim paths been walked?
Over 1,000 years