This Religion and worldviews video supports teachers in understanding how the concept of pilgrimage is explored across a range of religious and non-religious worldviews, including Muslim, Jewish, Christian, Humanist, and Hindu perspectives. It introduces key ideas around why some places are considered spiritually significant and why people may choose to visit them. The video highlights stories such as Abraham’s covenant, Muhammad’s Night Journey, and Jesus’ path through Jerusalem, as well as contemporary reflections on pilgrimage to sites like Mecca, the Western Wall and the Dome of the Rock.

This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Religion and worldviews scheme – travel. It helps teachers to understand the diversity of pilgrimages and their personal, spiritual or cultural meaning for different people. It prepares teachers to facilitate respectful classroom discussion and encourages the exploration of spiritual journeys, symbolism, and the emotional or transformative impact of being in a sacred place.

Religion and worldviews, key stage 2, Year 6, Why is it better to be there in person?