Penetralia vs. Sanctuary — What's the Difference?

The innermost, secret or hidden parts; mysteries.

A sanctuary, in its original meaning, is a sacred place, such as a shrine. By the use of such places as a haven, by extension the term has come to be used for any place of safety.

The innermost parts of a building, such as a shrine, recess or a sanctuary within a temple.

A sacred place, such as a church, temple, or mosque.

The recesses, or innermost parts, of any thing or place, especially of a temple or palace.

The holiest part of a sacred place, as the part of a Christian church around the altar.

Hidden things or secrets; privacy; sanctuary; as, the sacred penetralia of the home.

A sacred place, such as a church, in which fugitives formerly were immune to arrest.

The innermost parts

Immunity to arrest afforded by a sanctuary

The condition of being protected or comforted

A place of refuge or asylum.

A reserved area in which birds and other animals, especially wild animals, are protected from hunting or disturbance.

A place of safety, refuge, or protection.

An area set aside for protection.

A state of being protected, asylum.

The consecrated (or sacred) area of a church or temple around its tabernacle or altar.

A sacred place; a consecrated spot; a holy and inviolable site.

A consecrated place where sacred objects are kept

A shelter from danger or hardship

Area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing