Bema

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈbiːmÉ™/

Origin

From Ancient Greek βῆμα (bema, "a step")

Full definition of bema

Noun

1. A platform from which speakers addressed an assembly.
2. Raised area of worship in a synagogue upon which rests the Holy Ark containing Scrolls of Torah.

Anagrams

• BAME, beam