Absolutism
  • Absolutism is the concept that a ruler has absolute rule over his nation.
  • Absolute rulers are usually kings such as Louis XIV of France, or Henry VIII of England.
  • Absolute rulers had "divine right" - meaning that their power to rule came from God.
  • Louis XIV is the classic Absolute ruler with his giant palace at Versailles and his famous quote, "I am the State".




Sample Regents Question:


“. . .The person of the King is sacred, and to attack him in any way is an attack on religion itself. Kings represent the divine majesty and have been appointed by Him to carry out His purposes. Serving God and respecting kings are bound together.” —Bishop Jacques Bossuet

This statement describes the philosophy that existed during the

1.  Golden Age of Athens
2.  Age of Absolutism
3.  Renaissance
4.  Industrial Revolution






Answer: 2