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  1. 1. : a consecrated place: such as. a. : the ancient Hebrew temple at Jerusalem or its holy of holies. b (1) : the most sacred part of a religious building (such as the part of a Christian church in which the altar is placed) (2) : the room in which general worship services are held. (3) : a place (such as a church or a temple) for worship. 2. a (1)

  2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › SanctuarySanctuary - Wikipedia

    A sanctuary, in its original meaning, is a sacred place, such as a shrine. By the use of such places as a haven, by extension the term has come to be used for any place of safety.

  3. Opening Times. History of the Sanctuary, Avebury. The Sanctuary was a remarkable ceremonial temple, built of concentric rings of standing stones and wooden posts.

  4. protection or a safe place, especially for someone or something being chased or hunted: Illegal immigrants found / sought /took sanctuary in a local church. The chapel became a sanctuary for the refugees. figurative If I want some peace and quiet, I take sanctuary in my study. [ C ]

  5. In the heart of Westminster stands the Sanctuary House - our grand hotel and Ale & Pie pub that offers fine food, warm hospitality and top class accommodation. You’ll find all the comforts of home, from our beautifully-appointed bedrooms to Fuller’s proper pies and pints. Explore. Book for EURO 2024.

  6. The right of sanctuary (Lat. sanctuarium, holy place), was the right of a person to protection or asylum within consecrated ground, founded on an ancient belief that one entering assumes part of the holiness of a place.

  7. Apr 18, 2019 · Claiming ‘Sanctuary’ in a Medieval Church Could Save Your Life—But Lead to Exile | HISTORY. Home. Topics. Middle Ages. Claiming ‘Sanctuary’ in a Medieval Church Could Save Your Life—But Lead to...

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