tabernacle
/ˈtæbərˌnækəl/
noun
- A portable sanctuary used by the Israelites during their journey in the wilderness, according to the Bible.
- The tabernacle was the center of worship for the Israelites in the desert.
- Moses received instructions to build the tabernacle according to God's design.
- The Ark of the Covenant was kept inside the Holy of Holies in the tabernacle.
- A place of worship, especially a large church or meeting hall for certain Christian groups.
- The Mormon Tabernacle Choir is famous around the world.
- They gathered at the tabernacle every Sunday for services.
- The choir performed at the local tabernacle for the holiday concert.
- A container or box on a church altar that holds the consecrated bread (the Eucharist) in some Christian traditions.
- A small lamp burns near the tabernacle to show that the Eucharist is present.
- The tabernacle was made of gold and decorated with intricate carvings.
- The priest placed the communion wafers in the tabernacle after the service.
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