Definition: The word "altar" in the New King James Version (KJV) is derived from Old English and is used to describe a structure or place where offerings are made for worship, prayer or sacrifice. It is typically located on a high altar at religious sites. The precise definition of "altar" can vary based on the specific context but generally refers to the location or location within a structure where sacred materials like incense sticks, candles, and other objects of worship are placed or consecrated. In this way, the term has been used throughout Christian history to denote a place of worship that is dedicated for religious purposes.