sanctuary vs bema

sanctuary and bema both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
sanctuary	Yes	No	No	No
bema	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, sanctuary and bema are synonyms defined as:

sanctuary and bema: area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing

Other synonyms of sanctuary include chancel.

sanctuary (noun)	bema (noun)
area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing	area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing
a shelter from danger or hardship
a consecrated place where sacred objects are kept