sanctuary

Noun
  1. A consecrated place where sacred objects are kept (synset 104140731)
    is a type of: place, property - any area set aside for a particular purpose
    subtypes:
    • holy of holies, sanctum sanctorum - (Judaism) sanctuary comprised of the innermost chamber of the Tabernacle in the temple of Solomon where the Ark of the Covenant was kept
    • tabernacle - (Judaism) a portable sanctuary in which the Jews carried the Ark of the Covenant on their exodus
  2. A shelter from danger or hardship (synset 104078214)
    is a type of: shelter - a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger
    subtypes:
    • harbor, harbour - a place of refuge and comfort and security
    • safehold - a refuge from attack
    • safe house - a house used as a hiding place or refuge by members of certain organizations
    same as: asylum, refuge
  3. Area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir;
    Often enclosed by a lattice or railing (synset 103008428)
    is a type of: area - a part of a structure having some specific characteristic or function
    has: choir - the area occupied by singers; the part of the chancel between sanctuary and nave
    is a part of: church, church building - a place for public (especially Christian) worship
    same as: bema, chancel

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