iconostasis

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noun

A wall of icons between the sanctuary and the nave in a church of eastern Christendom.

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Synonyms

antetemple counterfacade enclosure narthex ambo vedika altar screen sanctuary antechoir church door apothesis altar nave ancon peristyle high altar

Associated

prothesis debar icons dormition archangel icon gilt rood frescoes tiers pulpit

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