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Definitions for bema
ˈbi mə; -mə təbe·ma
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Princeton's WordNet
chancel, sanctuary, bemanoun
area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing
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bemanoun
A platform from which speakers addressed an assembly.
bemanoun
Raised area of worship in a synagogue upon which rests the Holy Ark containing Scrolls of Torah.
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bema
A bema is a raised platform or stage in a theatre or other public venue, often used by speakers or performers. In ecclesiastical contexts, it refers to the sanctuary or altar area in a church, particularly in Eastern Orthodox and some Protestant traditions. It is derived from the Greek word "βῆμα", meaning "step" or "platform".
Webster Dictionary
Bemanoun
a platform from which speakers addressed an assembly
Bemanoun
that part of an early Christian church which was reserved for the higher clergy; the inner or eastern part of the chancel
Bemanoun
erroneously: A pulpit
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Bema
bē′ma, n. the tribune or rostrum from which Athenian orators made their speeches—hence the apse or chancel of a basilica. [Gr. bēma, a step.]
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of bema in Chaldean Numerology is: 3
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of bema in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3
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