divine right of kings

di·vine right of Kings

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Definitions of divine right of kings words

noun divine right of kings the doctrine that the right of rule derives directly from God, not from the consent of the people. 1
noun divine right of kings the concept that the right to rule derives from God and that kings are answerable for their actions to God alone 0
noun divine right of kings the former belief that royal authority to rule comes only from God 0
noun divine right of kings (government) Alternative form of divine right especially regarding kings as monarchs. 0

before 1735

One of the 48% newest English words

First recorded in 1735-45

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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