There have been many governments that have had religious leaders who are also political leaders. This type of government is known as a theocracy. A modern day example of this would be Iran. It is headed by a President, but he takes his orders from religious leaders who are actually in charge.
Some religious leaders made decisions for the rulers (government) and also decided what appropriate conduct was for the various members of the society. They also decided upon the punishment for transgressions against their stipulate code.
A government-controlled church is a religious institution that is directly managed or heavily influenced by the state. This arrangement can lead to restrictions on religious practices, government involvement in religious affairs, and limited freedom for the religious community. It can also blur the separation of church and state.
A theocracy is a government that is run by the dominant religious group and where only one official religion is allowed. In a theocracy, the laws are made based on that religion, and the religious leaders are also the political leaders (or have strong influence over the political leaders). A good example of a theocracy is Iran. Some people also believe Saudi Arabia is a theocracy, and so is the Vatican City.
A great sage of judisim or in other words a Rabbi is a religious leader.
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Most religious leaders would have. Many of those who later became religious leaders would also have various places they visited later become holy places.
The role of the religious leaders was two-fold, As their was duty to their temple, they performed religious duties (Including cleaning the god), and they also had a admistratoral role, they distributed the food around their city-states.
One known Buddhist religious leader is Ashin Wirathu. Also, two other Buddhist religious leaders include Monshu and the Dalai Lama.
One can find religious quotes in religious texts such as the Bible, Quran, Bhagavad Gita, or the teachings of various religious leaders. They can also be found in religious literature, poetry, and online sources dedicated to religious quotes. Additionally, attending religious services or talking to religious leaders can provide access to meaningful religious quotes.
Secularist Government, Also known as Seperation of Church and State.
Religious leaders have enough experience with community services which could serve as their primary knowledge about people's needs. Admitting that it wouldn't compare to other politician's credibility, if we really think about it.. countries thriving in corruption doesn't necessarily need intellectual leaders.. but leaders with a strong moral character; built with dedication and honesty. A religious leader is a man for other people. It might work if he is also a political leader for the people. Not like many politicians.. who are only for themselves.
This question is unanswerable unless the country is specified (and also, perhaps, the province).