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The concept of Sacred temple in Christianity

The concept of Sacred temple in Christianity encompasses various interpretations across denominations. It symbolizes a spiritual place of worship that prioritizes genuine devotion over physical grandeur. In Protestantism, it reflects the natural world as a space for divine contemplation. Eastern Orthodoxy views it as a place for worship and divine encounters. Early Christianity associates Sacred temple with holy spaces, including the temple of Apollo, and signifies locations for worship, rebirth, and reverence in religious tradition.

Synonyms: Holy shrine, Hallowed place, Divine house, Holy sanctuary, Divine shrine, Consecrated place, Spiritual abode

In Dutch: Heilige tempel; In Finnish: Pyh盲 temppeli; In Spanish: Templo sagrado; In German: Heiliger Tempel; In Malay: Kuil suci; In Swedish: Heligt tempel; In French: Temple sacr茅

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Christian concept of 'Sacred temple'

Christianity Books

Significance in Early Christian church and writers:
Early Christianity Books

From: Ante-nicene Fathers

(1) A temple that is considered holy, specifically referring to the temple of Apollo.[1] (2) A holy place dedicated to worship and reverence, significant in religious tradition.[2] (3) The holy place where the phoenix presents itself after rebirth, embodying beauty and honor.[3]

Early Christianity (also known as Early Church) refers to the period starting roughly in the 6th century BC up until 325 A.D. during which year the first council of Nicaea was convened. Popular literature includes the writings by the early Church Fathers which forms the basis of later Christian theology.

Significance in Protestantism (Christian movement emphasizing faith and scripture):
Protestantism Books

From: The Existence and Attributes of God

(1) Describes the natural world seen as a space of reverence where the glory of God can be contemplated.[4]

Protestantism (or simply the protestant church) is a major branch of Christianity originating from the Reformation in the 16th century, led by figures like Martin Luther. It emphasizes salvation by faith alone and the Bible as the ultimate authority. Variants of Protestantism include Lutheranism, Calvinism, Anglicanism, Methodism and Presbyterianism, each with unique practices but generally united by these core principles.

Significance in Christianity (general):

From: Hymns for Christian Devotion

(1) The spiritual representation of a place of worship, which does not require grandeur but instead seeks true devotion.[5]

Significance in Eastern Orthodoxy (or the Eastern Orthodox Church):
Eastern Orthodoxy Books

From: The Works of Dionysius the Areopagite

(1) Places designated for worship, where divine encounters or revelations may occur.[6]

Eastern Orthodoxy, or Byzantine Christianity, is one of the three main branches of Christianity. It consists of independently governed churches with strong cultural ties to Eastern and Southeastern Europe. Eastern Orthodox theology focuses on the Holy Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Believers strive for theosis, or becoming closer to God, through grace and spiritual practices.  

Plural form: Sacred temples.