because it would greatly effect peoples religios beliefs
William Penn. He was known as an early champion of democracy and religious freedom
A theocracy is not a democracy; being ruled by God (or by His representative) is not the same as being ruled by the majority of voters. However, it is possible to combine democracy and theocracy. In Iran, for example, there is a Supreme Council of Ayatollahs which is the ultimate authority, and can overrule any decision of the Iranian government, however, there is also an elected Iranian government. So Iran does have elections, but the elections do not really matter since the real power in the country is an unelected body of clerics.
Evangelical religious revivals of the Second Great Awakening.
second great awakening
I. O. A. Ude has written: 'Nigeria and the biblical democracy' -- subject(s): Religious aspects of Democracy, Christianity and politics, Democracy, Christianity
Theocracy and democracy are two distinct forms of governance. In a theocracy, religious leaders or institutions hold political power, and laws are often based on religious doctrines, making religious authority central to governance. In contrast, democracy is a system where power is vested in the people, who exercise it directly or through elected representatives, emphasizing individual rights and secular laws. Essentially, theocracy prioritizes religious authority, while democracy prioritizes popular sovereignty and civil liberties.
No.......well it depends where you are from and what democracy you have, but in the U.S no you cannot work religious positons.
The Puritans regarded unconfined democracy as an aberration. To them only the most substantial, respectable, and reliable Christians were considered worthy to build up a community essentially religious in design.
The Puritans regarded unconfined democracy as an aberration. To them only the most substantial, respectable, and reliable Christians were considered worthy to build up a community essentially religious in design.
the system of electing religious leaders to office is called a
Morocco is a constitutional monarchy with an electoral system, but it is not considered a full democracy. The King holds significant power, including authority over the military, religious affairs, and the ability to dissolve the parliament. While there are democratic elections and a multi-party system, political freedoms and human rights are often restricted. As a result, Morocco's political structure combines elements of both monarchy and democracy.
Direct Democracy, Representative Democracy (Republic), Totalitarian Dictatorship, Monarchy, and a Theocracy (religious and political leader is the same person).