Full quote from Douglas's New Bible Dictionary supports a traditional cross, not a stake
When the full entry from Douglas's New Bible Dictionary is read, it describes three historical types of crosses and leans toward the traditional lowercase-T cross for Jesus's crucifixion.
The three cross types: (1) crux commissa — capital T (tau-shaped); (2) crux decussata — X-shaped; (3) crux immissa — traditional lowercase T. The source says tradition holds the last form was used for Jesus, strengthened by the four Gospels' mention of a title nailed above his head.
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