Sanctum: meaning, definitions and examples

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sanctum

 

[ หˆsรฆล‹ktษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

holy place

A sanctum is a sacred or holy place, often serving as a refuge for individuals seeking peace, protection, or spiritual connection. It can be associated with religious practices, rituals, or meditation. Sanctums are frequently found within larger places of worship, such as temples or churches, where the area is set aside for special ceremonies or prayer. In a broader sense, the term can also refer to any safe or private space where one feels secure and at ease.

Synonyms

holy place, refuge, sanctuary, shrine

Examples of usage

  • The ancient temple housed a sanctum reserved for worshippers.
  • She retreated to her sanctum to meditate.
  • The sanctum of the monastery was adorned with beautiful murals.
  • Many pilgrims visit the sanctum to seek blessings.

Translations

Translations of the word "sanctum" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น santuario

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคตเคฟเคคเฅเคฐ เคธเฅเคฅเคพเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Heiligtum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tempat suci

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฒัั‚ะธะปะธั‰ะต

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sanctum

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่–ๅŸŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sanctuaire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ santuario

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sฤฑฤŸฤฑnak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ฑ์†Œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู„ุงุฐ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ svatynฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ svรคtyลˆa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅœฃๆ‰€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ svetiลกฤe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ helgidรณmur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฒัั‚ั‹ะน ะพั€ั‹ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒ›แƒ˜แƒœแƒ“แƒ แƒแƒ“แƒ’แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mรผqษ™ddษ™s yer

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ santuario

Etymology

The word 'sanctum' originates from the Latin term 'sanctum', which is the neuter form of 'sanctus', meaning 'sacred' or 'holy'. The Latin root implies a space that is dedicated to divine beings or rituals, reflecting the cultural reverence for religious sites in ancient societies. The transition from Latin to Middle English incorporated 'sanctum', emphasizing the importance of sacred spaces in Christian traditions. Over time, the term evolved to include not only places of worship but also private places where individuals seek solace and safety. The enduring nature of the concept underscores humanity's continual quest for peace within both physical and spiritual domains.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,270, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.