Answer:
I have a gown but I'm not a priest; I have a crown but I'm not a king.
I am essential to life on earth! I am split into thirds. Two thirds are the same. One of the thirds is 8. The other two are 1 each.
I am a ship that can be made to ride the greatest waves. I am not built by tool, but built by hearts and minds. What am I?
I am quick when Iām thin. I am slow when Iām fat. Wind is my worst nightmare.
A trail, a union, together tied. Come across me and you will find you cannot change the course I'm on. Without me you cannot travel on. What am I?
Though not a plant, has leaves. Though not a beast, has spine. Though many wouldn't need this thing, It's more valuable than wine.