Altares (en. Altars)

/alˈtaɾes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Structure, generally elevated, that is used in rituals and religious ceremonies.

Altars are fundamental in many cultures during spiritual ceremonies.

Los altares son fundamentales en muchas culturas durante las ceremonias espirituales.

Platform where offerings are made to deities.

In some indigenous communities, altars are adorned with flowers and food to honor ancestors.

En algunas comunidades indígenas, los altares son adornados con flores y alimentos para honrar a los ancestros.

Symbolic space in which the connection with the divine is sought.

The church altar is decorated with candles and religious symbols.

El altar de la iglesia está decorado con velas y símbolos religiosos.

From Latin 'altare', which means 'elevation' or 'that which rises'.

altar of the homeland

Reference to a symbolic place that represents the sacrifice for independence and freedom.

altar de la patria

family altar

Space within the home dedicated to devotion and family memories.

altar familiar

main altar

The main altar of a church, where sacraments are officiated.

altar mayor

sacrifice

Act of offering something to the divine, often related to religion.

sacrificio

ritual

Set of practices and ceremonies that are carried out in a specific meaning.

ritual

offering

Donation made to God or a sacred being as an act of devotion.

ofrenda

Colloquial expression in some regions to refer to a place of spiritual gathering.

That place has become an altar for young people seeking peace.

Ese lugar se ha convertido en un altar para los jóvenes que buscan paz.

Figurative use to describe a place where homage is paid to people, such as an altar to culture.

This museum is the altar of local history.

Este museo es el altar de la historia local.