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What purpose did the witch doctor have in primitive tribes in Africa?

The witch doctor in a tribe was a political leader and religious leader. The most important roll they had on a tribe was using "magic" from evil spirits to heal others, but something like that was to good to be true. Well it was many suffered from that by getting punished from playing with demons.


What purpose did a witch doctor have in the primitive tribes of Africa?

The witch doctor in a tribe was a political leader and religious leader. The most important roll they had on a tribe was using "magic" from evil spirits to heal others, but something like that was to good to be true. Well it was many suffered from that by getting punished from playing with demons.


What function or purpose is a 'witch doctor' in African tribes?

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Who was considered the tribal religious leader in African tribes?

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What is the name for witch doctor in Indian?

There are 500+ tribes with their own language. You will need to give a specific tribe.


Who were the tribal leaders?

Depends on what your talking about. For Africa, a witch doctor. Indian tribe, the chief. Your house, your Dad and Mom.


What function or purpose did the witch doctor have in the tribe?

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