High Priest - Other Religions

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  • The 16th-century Maya priesthood was headed by a high priest who instructed the other priests and advised the king.
  • Kahuna Nui, presides over the temple or heiau. Below the Kahuna Nui are various types and ranks of priests.
  • In Shinto, a high priest, called a Guji, is usually the highest ranking priest (Kannushi) in a shrine.
  • In Ásatrú, the high priest is called a goði (or gyða) and is the leader of a small group of practitioners collectively referred to as a Kindred. The goði are collectively known as the goðar.
  • In Santería, a high priest is called a Babalao. The term comes from the supreme priest of Santería, a protégé of Orula. The term means wise man.
  • In Wicca a High Priest and High Priestess are able to lead a coven and initiate others.
  • In Laveyan satanism, the High Priest and High Priestess are the top of the Hierarchy.
  • In the Church of Satan a High Priest and High Priestess stand as administrative chiefs and primary public representatives of the church. The rival First Satanic Church is led by High Priestess Karla LaVey.

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