gospel side

English

In this Methodist church, the pulpit is on the gospel side (left of picture), and the lectern is on the epistle side (right of the picture)

Alternative forms

• Gospel side

Etymology

Traditionally, the gospel is read from this side.

Noun

gospel side (plural gospel sides)

1. (religion) The left side of an altar or church from the perspective of a person looking from the nave toward the chancel.

Coordinate terms

• epistle side (the left side, viewed from the nave)