Sacerdotalism is the belief that priests have special powers and can do special things that other people can't do.
Sacerdotalism can make people think of religion, tradition, and authority.
Examples:
Sacerdotalism says that only priests can do some things.
The church believes in sacerdotalism.
Some people don't like sacerdotalism.
Sacerdotalism is like saying only some people can use magic.
In sacerdotalism, only special people can talk to the gods.
Sacerdotalism is an old idea that some people still believe in today.