Bible Dictionary
SHRINE
A shrine is a sacred place or structure associated with worship. In Acts 19:24, the term refers especially to small silver models of the temple of Diana made by silversmiths.
Definition
A shrine is a sacred representation or small model associated with a temple or worship. In the biblical account, the term denotes small models of temples made for Diana.
Biblical Usage
In Acts, small shrines of Diana were connected with the trade that caused opposition to the preaching of the gospel at Ephesus.
Historical Background
These shrines were made and sold by silversmiths at Ephesus.
Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>shrin (@naos]): In Ac 19:24 small models of temples for Diana.</p>