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1. Ark of the Covenant (Judaism)
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2. tabernacle (Catholicism)
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3. Torah arkThe Torah ark or ark in a synagogue (Jewish house of worship) is known in Hebrew as the Aron Kodesh by the Ashkenazim and as the Hekhál amongst most Sefardim. It is generally a receptacle, or ornamental closet, which contains each synagogue's Torah scrolls. In most cases, when possible, the ark is located on the wall of the synagogue closest to Jerusalem.
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