The courtyard in religious architecture serves as a transitional space between the earthly and the divine. It is the entrance space, often screened from the street by a wall or gate, that leads to the sanctuary. It also serves as a space for communal gathering, rituals, and social events, providing a place for worshippers to come together as a community. Additionally, the courtyard may represent the paradise of the afterlife and be designed to symbolize the spiritual journey towards enlightenment. Overall, the courtyard plays a significant role in religious architecture as a space of transition, community gathering, and symbolic representation of the religious beliefs and values.
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