(i) They give blessings to the members of the community.
(ii) They mediate between the people and God.
(iii) They perform rituals to cause rain.
(iv) Have the ability to stop destructive rains.
(v) They study the atmospheric conditions, the skies and the behaviour of plants and animals to predict weather conditions.
(vi) They preside over religious functions.
(vii) They advise the community on both religious and social issues.
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