Spiritual leaders are important figures in many religions and cultures. Lamas, PRIESTS, GURUS, PASTORS, and holymen are all examples of spiritual leaders. Lamas are Buddhist religious teachers and spiritual guides who are believed to be reincarnations of past teachers. PRIESTS are ordained members of the Christian clergy who are responsible for performing religious ceremonies and providing spiritual guidance. GURUS are Hindu spiritual teachers who provide guidance and instruction to their followers. PASTORS are ordained Christian ministers who lead a congregation and provide spiritual guidance. Holymen are spiritual leaders from various religions who are believed to have a special connection to the divine.