The temple at Lalesh is also home to a community of Yazidi priests and religious leaders who oversee the daily rituals and ceremonies at the temple. These priests play a crucial role in preserving the traditions and teachings of the Yazidi faith and ensuring that the temple remains a place of worship and pilgrimage for future generations. Despite its importance to the Yazidi people, the temple at Lalesh has faced numerous challenges and threats over the years. The rise of ISIS in Iraq in recent years led to the desecration and destruction of many Yazidi religious sites, including the temple at Lalesh. The Yazidi community has been displaced and persecuted, with many forced to flee their homes and seek refuge in other countries.
