Iconostasis
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What Does Iconostasis Mean?
- 圣像墙
- 图标壁
- 圣像屏
Iconostasis Pronunciation
/ˌaɪ.kə.nəˈstɑː.sɪs/
Iconostasis Definition
noun
Definition
A screen or partition in Eastern Orthodox churches that separates the nave from the sanctuary, often adorned with icons.
In ZH
在东正教教堂中，一个屏风或隔断，将中殿与圣所分开，通常装饰有圣像。
How to Use Iconostasis in a Sentence
- The iconostasis was beautifully decorated with gold leaf.
- In many Orthodox churches, the iconostasis serves as a focal point for worship.
- The priest stood behind the iconostasis during the service.
- Icons on the iconostasis depict various saints and biblical events.
- Visiting an Orthodox church, I was struck by the grandeur of the iconostasis.
Cultural Notes
The iconostasis is an important feature in Orthodox Christianity, symbolizing the barrier between the divine and the earthly.