Definition: The word "Ayenbite" is a Hebrew term that refers to a large, flat stone or rock used for religious purposes in Judaism. It's not known who first introduced it into Christianity but it was adopted by Christians as part of their worship practice. The term means "large rock" and it became associated with the holy place in Christian churches. The word "ayenbite" is usually translated to mean something that is substantial, large or grand, often used to describe religious places or monuments. It's also sometimes used metaphorically to represent an enormous amount of wealth or power. In Judaism, the term Ayenbite was typically used for a large stone or rock which represented God Himself in sacred worship and ritual. For example, at the Temple Mount, it would be considered as the most significant object because it was traditionally associated with God. This word is also used to describe certain types of holy stones like the one that is described in the Bible. It's a common term in Jewish tradition and has been used by Christians for centuries to denote sacred places or objects.

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