To medieval Christians in the
eleventh century, the term lay investiture literally refers to the practice of
appointing a bishop or abbot and dressing him with the symbols of his office. A
bishop usually heads a Diocese (Churches and monasteries with a large area),
whereas an Abbot is the head monk in a monastery.
King George III of the British Parliament passed these duties.
B. Pharaoahs were practically gods, therefore making them the top of the hierarchical pyramid