pulpit

US /ˈpʊl.pɪt/
UK /ˈpʊl.pɪt/
"pulpit" picture
1.

讲坛, 布道坛

a raised platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service

:
The pastor delivered his sermon from the pulpit.
牧师在讲坛上布道。
The church's old pulpit was beautifully carved.
教堂的旧讲坛雕刻精美。
2.

道德权威, 影响力

the position of a religious leader, especially with regard to their moral authority or influence

:
He used the pulpit to advocate for social justice.
他利用讲坛倡导社会正义。
From the pulpit, he condemned the government's policies.
他从讲坛上谴责政府的政策。