Question
God hath power to create or destroy, make or unmake, at his pleasure; to give life or send death; to judge…and to be judged (by) none…And the like power have kings;…”
Which idea is described by this passage?
A. theory of divine right
B. enlightened despotism
C. Social Darwinism
D. constitutional monarchy
Which idea is described by this passage?
A. theory of divine right
B. enlightened despotism
C. Social Darwinism
D. constitutional monarchy
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The idea described by the passage is A. theory of divine right. This theory posits that monarchs derive their authority directly from God, meaning they have the power to govern as they see fit without any earthly authority to challenge them. The passage reflects this belief by equating the power of God with the power of kings.