Enlightened Absolutism
Thomas Hobbs
He declared himself emperor, which is absolutism and against the ideas of the enlightenment.
It was the guy who was walking to Taco Bell and said " that will work with me "
You had History 114 didnt you?
The Age of Enlightenment, spanning the late 17th to the 18th century, emphasized reason, individualism, and scientific inquiry, challenging traditional authority and advocating for democratic principles. In contrast, the age of absolutism, which preceded it, was characterized by monarchs wielding centralized power and divine right, limiting individual freedoms and intellectual discourse. Enlightenment thinkers criticized the dogmas of absolutism, promoting ideas of liberty, equality, and rational governance that ultimately laid the groundwork for modern democratic societies. Thus, the Enlightenment represented a shift from authoritarian rule towards ideals of freedom and rationality.
In a way it was a revolution against absolutism, which a type of government in which a king or queen have total rule over the country.
It changed thedynMic
Enlightened absolutism was a form of rule where monarchs ruled with absolute power while incorporating Enlightenment principles into their governance, such as religious tolerance and legal reforms. King Frederick the Great of Prussia is often cited as an example of a ruler who practiced enlightened absolutism by implementing policies to benefit his subjects while maintaining his autocratic authority.
The enlightenment is the basis of Western Civilization.So wherever is considered or influenced by Western Civilization.
the enlightenment affect the revolutions in England and America by making them into wealthier states
Absolutism and Enlightenment ideas influenced Africa through colonialism and the interactions between European powers and African societies. European nations, driven by absolutist principles, sought to expand their empires, imposing centralized authority and governance structures on colonized regions. Enlightenment ideals, such as individual rights and rational thought, were often introduced through missionary efforts and education, though they were frequently adapted to fit local contexts. This complex interplay led to both resistance and adaptation among African societies, as they navigated these foreign concepts while asserting their own identities.