In that case you might like to play a Ranger dualled to Cleric. You then get access to both Cleric and Druid spells, and you could, for instance, dual wield maces/ war hammers (Crom Faeyr).
If you prefer a pure class, the Cleric kits are all pretty good, none have any disadvantages. If you play a pure class I would pick a Cleric over a Druid, because a cleric can use full plate with a large shield, whereas druids are restricted to leather armour and bucklers. I played a Priest of Lathander the first time I played the game, and I really enjoyed it. I could tank as well as cast some decent spells, a good all-round character.
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