WORLD CIVILIZATION

CIVILIZATION

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A place regarded as holy because of its associations with a divinity or sacred relic.
A
Shrine
B
Oracle
C
Myth
D
Athena
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A shrine is a place regarded as holy because of its associations with a divinity or a sacred person or relic, marked by a building or other construction.

Detailed explanation-2: -Normally these are natural shrines, such as sacred groves, or temples and sanctuaries in which gods or spirits live or have manifested themselves or in which their statues, symbols, holy objects, or relics are enshrined. Holy places, such as Mecca and the Kaʿbah in Islam or the Buddhist stupas, …

Detailed explanation-3: -A typical shrine is considered sacred because of the objects it contains, and people may travel a great distance to view especially venerated or holy objects. In some religions, people believe that visiting or touching sacred shrines is an important part of religious faith, and it can bring good luck to the pilgrim.

Detailed explanation-4: -/ʃrɑɪn/ a place where people come to worship, usually because of a connection with a holy person or a mysterious religious event or object. A shrine can also be a place that is honored because of some connection with a famous person or event.

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