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adytum: (Greek) the inner sanctuary of a temple, entered only by the priest. agora: (Greek) public square or market place. alternating supports: a system in which piers of complex section alternate with simple columns or pillars.
Adyton or Adytum - The inner sanctuary of a Greek temple whence oracles were delivered; also, more loosely, any private chamber or sanctuary.
See also: Church, Apex, Pilasters, Well, Trave
 
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