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The priests of the Old Testament worked in the temple taking care of the sacrifices and the temple itself. When the Israelites were wondering in the desert the high priests were the only people who could carry the ark of the covenant.

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What were the 3 types of priests in Egypt?

The three different types of pharaohs are: >Tut (Tutankhamun) >Rameses II >Rameses III I hope I helped you :)


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Priests are paid by the church. Some also work other jobs.


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How many hours did ancient Egyptians priests work?

8 or more


What Brahmans the highest caste consisted mainly of what types of people?

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If Sunday is the day of rest why do priests work on a Sunday?

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How does the spirit work in the parish priests?

Because they help the others around them, along with themselves.


A herd of cattle a coven of witches a of priests?

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