Associations to the word «Shrine»

Wiktionary

SHRINE, noun. A holy or sacred place dedicated to a specific deity, ancestor, hero, martyr, saint, or similar figure of awe and respect, at which said figure is venerated or worshipped.
SHRINE, noun. A case, box, or receptacle, especially one in which are deposited sacred relics, as the bones of a saint.
SHRINE, noun. A place or object hallowed from its history or associations.
SHRINE, verb. To enshrine; to place reverently, as if in a shrine.

Dictionary definition

SHRINE, noun. A place of worship hallowed by association with some sacred thing or person.
SHRINE, verb. Enclose in a shrine; "the saint's bones were enshrined in the cathedral".

Wise words

However many holy words you read, however many you speak, what good will they do you if you do not act on upon them?
Buddha