Bible Encyclopedias
Dais
Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
is (1) tabernacle work, canopies; (2) the raised platform for the principal table in the hall, hence called the high table; (3) the canopy over a president's chair. The stall-like seat of the archbishop of Canterbury remains at Mayfield, and forms the centre of the table.
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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Dais'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​d/dais.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.