Bible dictionary for children
Altar
An altar is a place where offerings are brought or worship is expressed.
In simple words
What does it mean?
An altar is a place where offerings are brought or worship is expressed. Biblical altars belonged to particular settings and practices.
Talk about it
How can a special place help someone remember an important event?
An example from the Bible
After God speaks to Abram in Genesis 12, Abram builds an altar. It marks his response to God in the place where the promise was given.
Read Genesis 12:7 ↗A little more to explore
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Related reading: Genesis 12:7
Yahweh appeared to Abram and said, “I will give this land to your offspring.” He built an altar there to Yahweh, who had appeared to him.Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
