Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tabernacle
noun
/ˈtæbəˌnækl/
Definition
A tabernacle is a dwelling place or a temporary shelter, often used in a religious context.
Examples
- The Israelites built a tabernacle to house the Ark of the Covenant.
- During the festival, a large tabernacle was erected for the congregation.
- In some Christian churches, the tabernacle holds the Eucharist.
Meaning
In a religious sense, it refers specifically to a portable sanctuary used by the Israelites during their Exodus, as described in the Bible.
Synonyms
- shelter
- sanctuary
- lodge
- dwelling
