Sacred Rituals

noun a ceremonial act of anointing someone with oil or other sacred substance, often as part of a religious ceremony

• The priest performed the anointment of the new king during the royal ceremony.
• I heard they're doing some kind of special anointment at the church on Sunday.
• I can't believe she's getting an anointment for her promotion, that's so cool!
• The anointment of the team captain brought a sense of unity and leadership to the group.

noun a person, typically a man, who has been ordained to perform certain religious rites and ceremonies

• The priest conducted the Sunday mass at the cathedral.
• I saw the priest chatting with parishioners after the service.
• Some people call the priest 'Father' as a sign of respect.
• In literature, the priest often symbolizes spiritual guidance and wisdom.

noun a body of priests; the office or position of a priest; the order of priests in a particular religion

• The priesthood is a sacred office in many religious traditions.
• My uncle recently joined the priesthood and is now a priest.
• Some people think joining the priesthood is like signing up for a life sentence.
• In the world of finance, the priesthood of investment bankers reigns supreme.