Question

Christians adapted the Roman basilica and used it for public worship. Where in their churches did they place the altar?

Answer 1

The basilica was typically placed at the apse. This was the location in which the elders and clergy led their services. The altar was placed at the eastern end of the construction and the apse typically has a semicircular shape.

Answer 2

Answer:

• at the apse.

Explanation:

This is an architectural concept. The notion allows to name the semicircular and domed sector of a temple that allows the installation of the presbytery and the altar. The apse, of polygonal or semicircular plan, is in the head of the church. Its origins date back to the Roman Empire. Then, in the basilicas, it began to be called apse to the space with seats, where the magistrate's chair was installed in front of the altar.