1. The skills involved in the work of a priest
   "His priestcraft included counselling and performing religious ceremonies"
    
2. A derogatory reference to priests who use their influence to control secular or political affairs
   "He accused the religious leaders of priestcraft, manipulating the faithful for their own gain"

Derived forms: priestcrafts

Type of: craft, craftsmanship, intrigue, machination, workmanship

Encyclopedia: Priestcraft