What is the meaning of Heaven?

  • (v.t.) To place in happiness or bliss, as if in heaven; to beatify.
  • (n.) The expanse of space surrounding the earth; especially, that which seems to be over the earth like a great arch or dome; the firmament; the sky; the place where the sun, moon, and stars appear; -- often used in the plural in this sense.
  • (n.) Any place of supreme happiness or great comfort; perfect felicity; bliss; a sublime or exalted condition; as, a heaven of delight.
  • (n.) The sovereign of heaven; God; also, the assembly of the blessed, collectively; -- used variously in this sense, as in No. 2.
  • (n.) The dwelling place of the Deity; the abode of bliss; the place or state of the blessed after death.
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