Tabernacle

Pronunciation: /ˈtæbərnəkl/

Definitions of tabernacle

noun a tent used as a sanctuary for the Ark of the Covenant during the Exodus

Example Sentences

A1 The tabernacle was a portable sanctuary used by the Israelites during their journey in the desert.

A2 In some religions, the tabernacle is a place where sacred objects are kept.

B1 The priest entered the tabernacle to perform the rituals and offer sacrifices.

B2 The tabernacle was adorned with intricate designs and precious materials.

C1 The tabernacle served as a focal point for religious ceremonies and gatherings.

C2 The tabernacle was considered the holiest place in the entire temple complex.

Examples of tabernacle in a Sentence

formal The tabernacle was adorned with intricate carvings and gold leaf.

informal We're meeting at the tabernacle for the event tonight.

slang Let's chill at the tabernacle after school.

figurative In her heart, she believed the forest was her tabernacle, a sacred place of solace.

Grammatical Forms of tabernacle

• past tense: tabernacled
• plural: tabernacles
• comparative: more tabernacled
• superlative: most tabernacled
• present tense: tabernacles
• future tense: will tabernacle
• perfect tense: have tabernacled
• continuous tense: is tabernacling
• singular: tabernacle
• positive degree: tabernacle
• infinitive: to tabernacle
• gerund: tabernacling
• participle: tabernacled

Origin and Evolution of tabernacle

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'tabernacle' originated from the Latin word 'tabernaculum' which means 'tent' or 'hut'. It was used in reference to the portable sanctuary used by the Israelites during their wandering in the wilderness.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'tabernacle' came to be used more broadly to refer to any sacred place or container for religious artifacts. It is now commonly used to describe a place of worship or a receptacle for the Eucharist in Christian churches.