they didnt!
Where did the Monarchs get there Power
Where did the Monarchs get there Power
Monarchs often justified their power through the concept of divine right, claiming their authority was granted by God, which discouraged rebellion and reinforced their legitimacy. They maintained control by establishing strong central governments, utilizing loyal advisors, and controlling military forces to suppress dissent. Additionally, they engaged in patronage systems, rewarding loyal subjects and nobility to secure their support. Cultural and religious institutions were also co-opted to promote the monarch's image as a benevolent ruler.
the power of absolute monarchs is unlimited
Executing the previous monarchs entire family
because during that time period it was widely aknowledged that they were chosen by God to rule, due to this they percieved themselves to far superior to everyone else, subsequently the were able to condone what they did.
because during that time period it was widely aknowledged that they were chosen by God to rule, due to this they percieved themselves to far superior to everyone else, subsequently the were able to condone what they did.
maintained.
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Republicanism.
they didnt!
He supported the principle of popular sovereignity. He claimed that the source of all political powershould be the people: the legitimacy of the state is created and maintained by the will and consent of its people. The monarchs do not have a divine right to rule, they get their power from the people and consequeently should rule for the good of the people.