- nounbema (noun) · bemata (plural noun) · bemas (plural noun) · bimah (noun) · bimahs (plural noun) · bima (noun) · bimas (plural noun)
- the altar part or sanctuary in ancient and Orthodox churches.
- the podium or platform in a synagogue from which the Torah and Prophets are read.
- historicalthe platform from which orators spoke in ancient Athens.
Originlate 17th century: from Greek bēma ‘step, raised place’.Similar and Opposite Wordsnoun- the altar part or sanctuary in ancient and Orthodox churches.
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- Bema is a term that can refer to an elevated platform used as an orator's podium in ancient Athens1. It can also refer to the raised area in a sanctuary1. In Jewish synagogues, the term used for Torah reading during services is bima or bimah1. In Eastern Church, bema refers to the enclosed space surrounding the altar or the sanctuary or chancel23. In a Christian basilica, bema is an open space between the end of the nave arcade and the apse2.Learn more:✕This summary was generated using AI based on multiple online sources. To view the original source information, use the "Learn more" links.
A bema was an elevated platform used as an orator's podium in ancient Athens. The term can refer to the raised area in a sanctuary. In Jewish synagogues, where it is used for Torah reading during services, the term used is bima or bimah .
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bemabema [ bee-m uh ] show ipa noun, plural be·ma·ta [bee-muh-tuh], be·mas. Eastern Church. the enclosed space surrounding the altar; the sanctuary or chancel. (in a Christian basilica) an open space between the end of the nave arcade and the apse. bimah. a platform for public speaking.www.dictionary.com/browse/bemabema noun be·ma ˈbē-mə 1 : the usually raised part of an Eastern church containing the altarwww.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bema Explore further
WebBema is a raised platform used in ancient and modern architecture, especially in Christian churches and synagogues. Learn about its origin, function, and examples from Britannica's editors.
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