hierophant

  1. Noun.  An ancient Greek priest who interpreted sacred mysteries, especially the priest of the (w, Eleusynian Mysteries) .
  2. Noun.  An interpreter of sacred mysteries or arcane knowledge.
  3. Noun.  One who explains or makes a commentary.

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