concept   sanctum
culture   Christianity in the West
statement   The concept of sanctum in Western Christianity refers to a sacred area within a church for religious rituals and ceremonies.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 sanctum Christianity in Western countries A sacred or holy place, often within a church, where religious rituals or ceremonies are performed. 1
2 sanctum Christianity in the West Often refers to a holy place within a church, such as the area around the altar 1