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Renaissance writers wrote about political rulers and rulers to expand their power
a government controlled by a individual or small group with absolute political power . there are no restrictions on the rulers or rulers' power.
A theocracy is a government where the rulers have power by a set of religious beliefs.
A theocracy is a government where the rulers have power by a set of religious beliefs.
Rome ruled the Holy Land during Jesus' time so anyone in power--political and religious had to cooperate with Rome. Messianic religions which called for the overthrow of Rome's rule were suppressed and/or controlled.
In "The Prince," Machiavelli emphasizes the importance of a ruler appearing religious while prioritizing political power. He supports the idea of separating the church from the state, believing that rulers should not be overly reliant on religious institutions for their governance. Machiavelli suggests that a ruler should maintain control over both religious and political affairs to secure their power effectively.
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In 1530, several European rulers were grappling with the implications of the Protestant Reformation, which had begun in 1517 with Martin Luther's Ninety-Five Theses. This period saw the rise of religious conflict, as some rulers embraced Protestantism to assert independence from the Catholic Church, while others remained loyal to the Pope, leading to political and religious tensions across Europe. Additionally, many rulers were also focused on consolidating power, expanding their territories, and navigating complex alliances. This era marked a significant transformation in both religious and political landscapes throughout Europe.
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The two divisions of the population in Mesopotamia were the rulers and the ruled. The rulers consisted of the kings, high-ranking officials, and priests who held political and religious power. The ruled were the common people who worked as farmers, laborers, and artisans.
The Pharaohs were the rulers of ancient Egypt. Pharaohs held the most power and were both the political and religious leaders of their time.