Answer:
Figurative language: metaphor
Mean of figurative language: king is addressing to the clergymen and reminding then of the past churches authority and asking them to stop being silent about the wrongs happening in the nation and speak against the odds .
Effect and tone mood : the tone is critical and the mood is reflective.
Effect on the audience: the churches will start taking responsibility of transforming and influencing society.
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