This is the 595th most frequent Afrikaans word.
dien
Serve.
In this sentence, 'dien' is used to mean 'to follow' or 'to serve', specifically in the context of fulfilling instructions given by someone else.
Ek dien jou instruksies soos versoek.
I follow your instructions as requested.
Here, 'dien' is employed in the sense of 'serving' or 'performing duties', in this case referring to the priest's role in the church.
Die priester dien in die plaaslike kerk.
The priest serves in the local church.
Here, 'dien' conveys the purpose or function of something, describing the role laws play in society.