Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Tabernariae

👉 Tabernariae is a term that originated from the ancient Roman tradition of keeping tabernae (temples) where sacrifices were made and offerings were brought by priests to the god Juno. This practice was associated with pagan belief in the afterlife and fertility.

In 12th-century English, "tabernariae" was used as a euphemism for prostitution or sexual activity. In a contemporary context, it refers to an unorthodox, non-religious way of worshiping God, often seen as idolatrous or pagan, even by modern standards. For example: "Why did the devil tabernacle? Because he needed some place to lie and sleep." (The quote comes from Shakespeare's play Hamlet.)

👉 Tabernarias, also known as Tabernae or Tabernaeum, are a form of worship in Christianity where people gather together to pray and give thanks. They typically consist of a series of altars or tabernacles placed around a central altar or dome, which is often made of stone or wood. The tabernacle is the most common type of tabernaria, with multiple altars or tabernacles arranged in a circle around it. Tabernarias are considered sacred spaces

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