high priesthood
Americannoun
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the condition or office of a high priest.
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high priests collectively.
Etymology
Origin of high priesthood
First recorded in 1525–35
Example Sentences
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The Royal Academy is the latest to embrace the sacred contemporary ritual of fundraising and its high priesthood, Kickstarter.
From The Guardian • Jul. 15, 2015
Our ancient rabbis teach us that, even more than Moses himself, Aaron merited the high priesthood because he had a unique gift of compassion.
From Washington Post • Mar. 19, 2013
"There is a high priesthood; there are mandatory offerings."
From Time Magazine Archive
It was about this time that Jaddua the high priest died and Onias, his son, took the high priesthood.
From The Makers and Teachers of Judaism by Kent, Charles Foster
The high priesthood devolved on his eldest son, Hyrcanus II., while the reins of government were held by his queen, Alexandra.
From Ancient States and Empires by Lord, John
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