“The state of monarchy is the supremest thing upon earth; for kings are not only God's lieutenants upon earth, and sit upon God's throne, but even by God himself are called gods.”

―King James I, Works (1609)



Which of the following people would have been most likely to agree with this statement?

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Responses

Oliver Cromwell

Oliver Cromwell

Louis XIV

Louis XIV

William of Orange

William of Orange

John Locke

1 answer

Louis XIV would have been most likely to agree with this statement. He was known for his belief in the divine right of kings and often described himself as the embodiment of the state, reflecting the sentiments expressed by King James I regarding the supremacy of monarchy and the authority granted by God.