Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Divine Right.
Divine Right - as a noun
The doctrine that kings derive their right to rule directly from god and are not accountable to their subjects; rebellion is the worst of political crimes
Example: "The doctrine of the divine right of kings was enunciated by the stuarts in britain in the 16th century"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
divine right of kingsExample Sentences
"The theory of divine right holds that kings and queens derive their authority directly from God."
"According to the doctrine of divine right, rulers are chosen by God himself."
"During the medieval period, monarchs often claimed the divine right to rule as a means of justifying their power."
"The belief in the divine right of kings was widespread in Europe during the 17th century."
"In many absolutist regimes, the divine right of the monarch was considered absolute and unquestionable."
