Bossuet's Idea That Monarchies, as Representatives of God's Will, Could

question 29

Multiple Choice

Bossuet's idea that monarchies, as representatives of God's will, could rule absolutely, ignoring the will and well-being of their subjects is called

• A) inalienable rights.
• B) the divine rights of kings.
• C) natural law.
• D) a social contract.

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