statement   The belief in rulers chosen by the gods for absolute power is no longer recognized in modern Western societies.

3 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 divine right of kings Modern Western societies Not recognized as a legitimate basis for rulership 1
2 divine right of kings Modern Western societies Belief that the ruler was chosen by the gods and had a divine mandate to lead 1
3 divine right of kings Western countries Historical belief that monarchs are chosen by God and therefore have absolute power 1