(i) They are mediators between God and the people.
(ii) They lead people in worship.
(iii) They act as spokesmen of their communities.
(iv) They foretell future events in the community.
(v) They warn people on the impending danger.
(vi) They interpret messages from the spirits and ancestors.
(vii) They pray to God on behalf of the people.
(viii) They act as judges and preside over disputes.
(ix) They advise people on religious matters.
(x) They bless the people who undertake special missions in the community.
(xi) They carry out cleansing rituals.
(xii) They are the guardians of the community's customs and traditions.
OR
What is role of priests, prophets and seers?
1. They act as intermediaries between God and human beings.
2. They act as judges in certain circumstances.
3. They also do the work of advisors e.g. could advice on when to go to war.
4. They can foretell the future e.g. the outcome of a war
5. They may receive messages from the spirits and ancestors.
6. They lead people to communal prayer in time of crisis.
7. They also lead the community in offering sacrifices to God.
8. Prophets or priests also have political role e.g. they are consulted before installation of a
new king in some communities.
maurice.mutuku answered the question on August 30, 2017 at 11:31
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