Age of Absolute Monarchs Ruling By Divine Right Or Despotism Has Ended…Or Has It?
The 1500s through the 1700s were known as the Age of Absolute Monarchs, ruling by divine right or appointment by God. If they so chose, they could defy the nobility or wealthy property owners and order opponents imprisoned or executed. They were not restricted by the rule of written law, custom, or a legislature. Rebellion against them was a sin. Ruling…
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