page_title: Shrine
section_title: Types of shrines
hierarchical_section_title: Shrine / Types of shrines
caption_attribution_description: Museum label says: "Household shrine 1850-1860". Chinese; ca.20" high. Bankfield Museum, Halifax, West Yorkshire, England. 53.43'.57".N; 1.51'.48".W.
context_page_description: A shrine is a holy or sacred site dedicated to a specific deity, ancestor, hero, martyr, saint, daemon, or similar figure of respect, wherein they are venerated or worshipped. Shrines often contain idols, relics, or other such objects associated with the figure being venerated. A shrine at which votive offerings are made is called an altar.
  Shrines are found in many of the world's religions, including Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Chinese folk religion, Shinto, and Asatru as well as in secular and non-religious settings such as a war memorial. Shrines can be found in various settings, such as churches, temples, cemeteries, museums, or in the home. Although, portable shrines are also found in some cultures.
caption: Chinese Taoist household shrine 1850–1860, Bankfield Museum
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