priestly

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The text also sheds light on women's roles in Babylon, including priestly duties that were previously undocumented.

From Science Daily

He did not know at the time, he wrote, that “following these procedures was not effective, and that perpetrators were incapable of being treated in such a way that they could safely pursue priestly ministry.”

From Los Angeles Times

“This one’s special. Our nation’s leader is honoring our Pops, our father, and I don’t say father in a priestly way,” Verdugo said.

From Los Angeles Times

“Here, communication between man and God takes place,” said Lyngdoh, a descendant of the priestly clan which sanctified the Mawphlang forest.

From Seattle Times

In nature, among the priestly and royal, as a symbol of independence, pride and magic, purple is weighty in history and culture.

From Seattle Times