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Where is the nave of a cathedral and why is it called a nave?

Question #149340. Asked by BigTriviaDawg.
Last updated May 16 2023.
Originally posted May 16 2023 7:21 PM.

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The central part of a church is known as the nave. It's where you'll find the majority of worshippers, but is separate from areas for choir and clergy.

"Nave" is derived from "navis" meaning "ship" in Latin. Connections suggested for this term include the "Ark of Noah", "Ship of Saint Peter" and even the keel shape of a church's structure.

link https://wiki2.org/en/Nave+Newton

May 16 2023, 7:26 PM
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