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What is the analogy often used to describe the relationship between a king and his subjects?
What is the analogy often used to describe the relationship between a king and his subjects?
The analogy of the human body is used, where the king is likened to the head and the subjects to the body.
What is the principle of Divine Right in the context of kingship?
What is the principle of Divine Right in the context of kingship?
Divine Right is the belief that a king's authority comes directly from God, making the king God's appointed ruler on Earth.
What are the limits imposed on kings by the Salic Law?
What are the limits imposed on kings by the Salic Law?
The Salic Law restricts kingship to male heirs, preventing women from ascending to the throne.
At what age did a person cease to be considered a minor and fully attain the powers of a king?
At what age did a person cease to be considered a minor and fully attain the powers of a king?
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What dilemma arises when a king is deemed not just in his rule?
What dilemma arises when a king is deemed not just in his rule?
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Study Notes
Doctrines of Kingship
- Kingship viewed as a paternal role, analogous to a family head.
- Kingship likened to the body's structure, suggesting a hierarchical system.
- Feudal hierarchy established a system of power relationships.
- Divine Right of Kings: Sovereignty stemmed from divine authority, with God appointing the monarch.
Limits on Kings
- Fundamental Laws: There were established legal constraints on royal authority.
- Salic Law: Specific legal constraints, often concerning succession or property rights.
- Christian Kingship: Kings had to be male and Christian.
- Just Kingship: There was debate on the actions to take if a king became unjust.
- Age of Kings: A king reached full legal majority at age 13.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of kingship in this quiz, focusing on the paternal role of a king, the divine right to rule, and the legal constraints that limited royal authority. Delve into the principles of just kingship and the implications of feudal hierarchies on governance.