The idea used by Zhou emperors to legitimize their rule and their conquest of the Shang Dynasty was the Mandate of Heaven. This concept suggested that the emperors had the divine right to rule as long as they governed justly and effectively.
Which of the following ideas was used by Zhou emperors to legitimize their rule and their conquest of the Shang Dynasty?(1 point)
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Legalism
Legalism
the Mandate of Heaven
the Mandate of Heaven
the Spring and Autumn period
the Spring and Autumn period
oracle bones
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