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The Absolute Ruler:. Age of Absolutism. Ruler holds total power Unlimited power Controls all parts of society “I am the State.” ~Louis XIV of France Divine right of kings God gives you the power to rule Hard to argue with. What is an Absolute Ruler?. Decline of Feudalism - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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AGE OF ABSOLUTISM The Absolute Ruler:
WHAT IS AN ABSOLUTE RULER?
Ruler holds total power Unlimited power Controls all parts of society “I am the State.” ~Louis XIV of France
Divine right of kings God gives you the power to rule Hard to argue with
HOW DO THEY GAIN SO MUCH POWER? Decline of Feudalism
Not dependent on vassals Church authority has broken down
Ex. Henry 8th Backed by middle class
want peace and stability
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