graven image
graven image · graven images
A carved idol or representation of a god used as an object of worshipA carved idol or representation of a god used as an object of worship.
» Some Protestants do not allow "graven images" of heavenly persons, unlike Roman Catholics, who use them to concentrate their spiritual energy.
Meaning
1 sensesA carved idol or representation of a god used as an object of worship.
More definitions
- a material effigy that is worshipped
Examples
1 sentencesSome Protestants do not allow "graven images" of heavenly persons, unlike Roman Catholics, who use them to concentrate their spiritual energy.
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