Absolutism+HW

1) What is absolutism?
 Absolutism is the theory, which the monarch rules a centralized state with absolute sovereignty.

==== 2) Explain the justification for absolutism referred to as the 'divine right of kings'. ==== An authority given to monarchs directly by God, is referred as the 'divine rights of kings'.

==== 3) List the causes of the rise of Absolutism in Europe. ==== - 15th-century mercantile policies, which produced unimaginable wealth - Papal influence had weakened in many states - The Protestant Reformation contributed to absolutism - Hobbes wrote, "Absolute monarchy was the only system of government capable of maintaining order among the unruly masses."

==== 4) In your opinion, is absolutism a good way to rule? Can you think of a situation where it might be a positive thing? ==== I think absolutism is a bad way to rule a country, because having one person hold all powers is a dangerous thing to do. They monarch doesn't apply to any laws, which means he can do anything he wants. I cannot think of a situation where absolutism can be a positive thing. In my opinion, I think absolutism is just bad, and should not be used to rule.