Sanctuary

A consecrated place - one devoted to the keeping of sacred things:

(1) the temple at Jerusalem or the most retired part of it, in which was kept the ark of the covenant and into which no person was permitted to enter except the high priest and he only once a year to intercede for the people; also: the most sacred part of the tabernacle compare HOLY OF HOLIES

(2) the most sacred part of any religious building: the part of a Christian church in which the altar is placed or the room in which general worship services are held

(3) a house consecrated to the worship of God: a church, temple, or other building for worship

(4) a place of resort for those who seek relief: a refuge from turmoil and strife

(5) a place of refuge for birds or for game or other animals where predatory animals may be controlled and hunting is not