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The nave (/ n eɪ v /) is the central part of a church, stretching from the (normally western) main entrance or rear wall, to the transepts, or in a church without transepts, to the chancel. [1] [2] When a church contains side aisles, as in a basilica-type building, the strict definition of the term "nave" is restricted to the central aisle. [1]
18 Οκτ 2022 · Nave: The central part of the church building where the congregation sits or stands. In Western churches, the nave is of a rectangular shape and separated from the sanctuary.
The Nave: The Community’s Gathering Space. The main area where the congregation sits is called the nave. In this section, pews are arranged to face the altar. The nave isn’t just a random assembly area; it’s a communal space designed to assemble the “People of God.”
27 Μαρ 2024 · The nave is the main, central part of a church, extending from the entrance to the altar, primarily where the congregation sits. The chancel is the area around the altar, including the choir and sanctuary, reserved for clergy and choir members.
1 Δεκ 2022 · The nave is the part of a Catholic church that most are familiar with, as it is the location where the people of God sit, stand and kneel during liturgical services.
Nave, central and principal part of a Christian church, extending from the entrance (the narthex) to the transepts (transverse aisle crossing the nave in front of the sanctuary in a cruciform church) or, in the absence of transepts, to the chancel (area around the altar).
The nave, an integral part of Orthodox church architecture, represents the main worship area where the congregation gathers for communal prayer, liturgical services, and sacraments.
