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Priestcraft

Priestly policy; the policy of a priesthood; esp., in an ill sense, fraud or imposition in religious concerns; management by priests to gain wealth and power by working upon the religious motives or credulity of others.

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Craft 76% connected

Strength; might; secret power.

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Craftsmanship 76% connected

The work of a craftsman.

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Intrigue 76% connected

To form a plot or scheme; to contrive to accomplish a purpose by secret artifice.

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Machination 76% connected

The act of machinating.

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Workmanship 76% connected

The art or skill of a workman; the execution or manner of making anything.

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