What is the screen or wall that holds icons called?

• A. Iconostasis
• B. Parastas
• C. Royal Doors
• D. Solea

Answer: (A)

In Orthodox and Eastern Catholic church architecture, the screen that holds icons is called the iconostasis. It acts as a visual and liturgical barrier between the nave and the sanctuary, and is typically adorned with multiple tiers of sacred images. Central doors, known as the Royal Doors, are part of this screen and are used during certain parts of the service. The other terms relate to different things: parastas is a memorial service, royal doors are the doors within the screen, and the solea is the raised area or platform in front of the sanctuary. So the screen itself—holding the icons—is the iconostasis.