Bible Dictionary

Temple

a building or structure dedicated to religious worship

Quick Reference

Total Entries

116

Entry Position

106 of 116

Letter

T

Meaning

a building or structure dedicated to religious worship

Key Scriptures

  • 1 Kings 6
  • 2 Chronicles 7
  • Matthew 24:15
  • 2 Thessalonians 2:4
  • Revelation 11:1

Also Called

house of God sanctuary

Basic Meaning

A temple is a building or structure dedicated to religious worship.

Temples have been used throughout history by various peoples and cultures.


Biblical Usage

The word temple appears throughout Scripture in historical accounts, prophetic passages, and the New Testament.

References to the temple occur in connection with worship, prayer, service, and Jerusalem.


  • Altar
  • Sacrifice
  • Sanctuary
  • Jerusalem

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Scriptures

  • 1 Kings 6
  • 2 Chronicles 7
  • Matthew 24:15
  • 2 Thessalonians 2:4
  • Revelation 11:1

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