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What it means

The inner sanctuary of a temple, where the god dwelt, as distinct from the whole temple area (hieron). Paul says the church is "the temple of God" (3:16-17), and later that the body is "the temple of the Holy Spirit" (6:19).

Range of meaning

• SanctuaryThe inner house of a god.
• TempleGod's dwelling place.

In 1 Corinthians

• Chapter 3

  "You are the temple of God" (3:16-17).

• Chapter 6

  "Your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit" (6:19).