noun
sacred hall; temple; church; sanctuary
Refers to a hall or building dedicated to religious worship or sacred rites. In a Confucian context, it specifically means a Confucian temple. Also used for Christian churches and other sanctuaries.
この聖堂は江戸時代に建てられた。
This sacred hall was built in the Edo period.
日曜日には聖堂でミサが行われる。
Mass is held in the church on Sundays.