Why were pilgrimages deemed especially noble actions for those who completed them?
A. Long-distance travel was time-consuming and dangerous.
B. Pilgrimages are specifically mentioned as holy acts in the letters of Paul.
C. Few such sites existed in Europe.
D. Most holy sites were located in areas hostile to Christians.
Answer: A
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