Altar
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An altar is a place, often a table, where a religious event happens. Altars are used in Christianity and in other religions.
In some old religions, the event was a sacrifice, which means a holy work. Usually the priest would use this item.
Altar Media
Altar in Roskilde Cathedral beneath by a carved reredos
A home altar in a Methodist Christian household, with a cross and candles surrounded by other religious items
Altar of Santa Cecilia in Trastevere with ciborium
Altar of Newman University Church, Dublin, with an altar ledge occupying the only space between it and the wall
High altar of Saint Peter's Basilica, Rome
High altar of St. Michael's Church, Munich, dwarfed by a huge reredos
Altar at the Lutheran Jesus Church in Valby, Copenhagen.