| And indeed this is the fatal result of every theocracy, for it can never really be anything but a hierocracy or rule of priests. |
| Assuredly, by foretelling the destruction of a Temple a preacher could invite backlash for the implied criticism of its hierocracy. |
| These people promoted the Temple-centered sacrificial hierocracy, legitimated by the Persian authority, with high priests appointed by the Persian authorities. |
| In addition, there is the influence exercised over Lebanon by the hierocracy in Teheran, including Hizbollah. |
| The form of government is far nearer a democracy than a hierocracy. |
| When a hierocracy has been firmly established its evolution always follows similar lines. |
