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bema

/ˈbiː.mə/

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noun

/ˈbiː.mə/C2formalart
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее пространство вокруг алтаря в церкви, обычно отделённое решёткой или перилами, предназначенное для духовенства и хора.

A noun referring to the area around the altar of a church, typically enclosed by a lattice or railing, reserved for the clergy and choir.

  1. Church sanctuary areaC2formal

    The raised area around the altar in a church, reserved for clergy and choir, often separated by a screen or railing.

    ruАлтарное возвышение

    • The priest stood in the bema to deliver the sermon.
    • The choir gathered in the bema during the service.
    • The bema was decorated with intricate carvings and icons.

    Synonymschancelpresbyterysanctuary