In Maya society, the king held the most power. He was considered the ultimate authority and had religious, political, and administrative control over the kingdom. The king was believed to have a divine connection and was responsible for ensuring the prosperity and well-being of his people.
They were the patricians, who were the aristocracy.
I think that you are asking about a "Matriarchal Society" or culture.
In eighteenth century France, people's complaints were that the monarch, clergy, and nobles held almost all the power. Meanwhile, the most productive members of society held very little power.
The consuls held most of the power.
Maya society concerns the social organization of the Pre-Hispanic Maya, its political structures, and social classes. ... The Maya Civilization, centered in these tropical lands, reached their peak of power and influence around the sixth century. ... Cranial modification was one of the most important practices of the Olmec culture
In eighteenth century France, people's complaints were that the monarch, clergy, and nobles held almost all the power. Meanwhile, the most productive members of society held very little power.
The element of civilization that is most clearly shown in Maya artwork is urbanization.
It's unknown at this time where the memorial service of Maya Angelou will be held, although there will be several celebrities in attendance either way, most likely including Oprah Winfrey.
Tunkgasila is God. Chiefs govern their own tribes, while medicine men hold high respect as well.
Italwa or "town" was the basic unit of Seminole political organization. Kinship was matrilineal, but males held most of the power in society.
Daimyo is the one who held the most power in Japanese feudalism. He took over when the Tokugawa family seized power in Japan.
the kings