Definition of BEMA

bema

Plural: bemas, bemata

Noun

  • area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing
  • A platform from which speakers addressed an assembly.
  • Raised area of worship in a synagogue upon which rests the Holy Ark containing Scrolls of Torah.

Origin / Etymology

From Ancient Greek βῆμα (bêma, “a step”). Doublet of bima.

Synonyms

chancel, sanctuary

Scrabble Score: 8

bema is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
bema is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
bema is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 10

bema is a valid Words With Friends word