Question
Describe the political philosophy of the Egyptian government through all three major dynastic periods.(1 point)
Responses
absolute monarchy
absolute monarchy
capitalism
capitalism
monotheism
monotheism
feminist system
Responses
absolute monarchy
absolute monarchy
capitalism
capitalism
monotheism
monotheism
feminist system
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The political philosophy of the Egyptian government throughout its three major dynastic periods (the Old Kingdom, the Middle Kingdom, and the New Kingdom) can be best characterized as **absolute monarchy**.
During these periods, the Pharaoh was seen as a divine ruler with complete authority over the land and its people. The Pharaoh was considered a god on earth, responsible for maintaining Ma'at, which represented order, justice, and cosmic balance. This absolute power was reflected in the centralization of authority, with the Pharaoh making all significant decisions regarding governance, religion, and military action. The belief in the divine right of kings played a critical role in legitimizing the authority of the Pharaoh.
While there were advancements in trade and economy over these dynasties, such as aspects of capitalism emerging in later periods, the overarching rule remained one of absolute monarchy. Religion also played a fundamental role in governance, intertwining with the political system, but strictly speaking, it does not fit the definitions of capitalism or feminist systems.
During these periods, the Pharaoh was seen as a divine ruler with complete authority over the land and its people. The Pharaoh was considered a god on earth, responsible for maintaining Ma'at, which represented order, justice, and cosmic balance. This absolute power was reflected in the centralization of authority, with the Pharaoh making all significant decisions regarding governance, religion, and military action. The belief in the divine right of kings played a critical role in legitimizing the authority of the Pharaoh.
While there were advancements in trade and economy over these dynasties, such as aspects of capitalism emerging in later periods, the overarching rule remained one of absolute monarchy. Religion also played a fundamental role in governance, intertwining with the political system, but strictly speaking, it does not fit the definitions of capitalism or feminist systems.