Definitions for: Bema

[n] area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing

Webster (1913) Definition: Be"ma, n. [Gr. ? step, platform.]
1. (Gr. Antiq.) A platform from which speakers addressed an
assembly. --Mitford.

2. (Arch.)
(a) That part of an early Christian church which was
reserved for the higher clergy; the inner or eastern
part of the chancel.
(b) Erroneously: A pulpit.

Synonyms: chancel, sanctuary

See Also: area, choir, church, church building

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