![]() He gave up his former wealth and life style. He stopped being complacent about his faith. But something happened to Becket after he was appointed as spiritual leader of England. When the position of Archbishop of Canterbury fell vacant, Henry appointed his friend Thomas Becket in the position thinking he would do his bidding. For nearly a thousand years, Christians have knelt there to ask God that they, like Becket, might live courageously for him in spite of the powers of the world. There is a simple memorial which marks the place of Becket’s martyrdom. The trail ends at Canterbury Cathedral where pilgrims kneel at the spot where Thomas Becket was killed by the knights of Henry II. For others it was a special time to deepen their spiritual walk. For some it was a way to do penance and earn merit with God. As the name suggests, for hundreds of years it has been used by pilgrims. Now there are many public footpaths in England but this one is unique. It follows one of the ancient footpaths from Winchester to Canterbury across the North Downs. The Pilgrim Way is one of my favourite places to walk. ![]()
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