11. What is the purpose of religion as seen by the Phoenician priest?

Back to History 8 Fifth Mountain Readings

Example 1 "After reading it carefully, he took the ring from his finger, dipped it in one of the small vessels of ink, and applied his seal in the left corner." page 81 The Phoenician priest served as the justice, and the government which is very important to find the structure of the community.

Example 2 "“Priest! Priest! Come see what's happening!” Elijah and the widow followed him. People were coming from every corner, heading for the same place; the air was close to unbreathable from the dust they raised. Children ran ahead, laughing and shouting. " Page 82 This also that the priest serve as the modern day civil servants for the community showing that the people of the community come to him with every problem.