Romeo and Juliet

What is the holy shrine that Romeo's hand is unworthy to touch?

Act 1. Scence V

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The "holy shrine" is Juliet's hand.

If I profane with my unworthiest hand
This holy shrine, the gentle sin is this:
My lips, two blushing pilgrims, ready stand
To smooth that rough touch with a tender kiss.

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