Definition of priesthood
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an ancient civilization that was ruled by a priesthood
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And what if the Roman Catholic Church were to do away with the all-male, celibate priesthood?
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These were, after all, the basis of the electrode caps worn by the cult priesthood.
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First Known Use of priesthood
before 12th century
PRIESTHOOD Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of priesthood for English Language Learners
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the priesthood : the job of being a priest
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: a group of priests in a particular religion
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