The Age of Absolutism A time period of

The Age of Absolutism A time period of complete control of society.

• The Age of Absolutism was a time period in which kings and queens (monarchs) of the world held complete (absolute) control of their nation’s society. • This control included aspects of society like: • • • Government Religion Education Military Economy Absolutism Introduction Video

• During the 16 th & 17 th centuries there were numerous absolute monarchs in the world. Can you name a few? • Examples: • • • King Henry VIII of England King Phillip II of Spain King Louis XIV of France Tsar Peter the Great of Russia King George III of England Absolutism King Henry VIII of England

• Absolute monarchs believed in Divine Right of Kings Theory. This meant that God had given them the right to rule all aspects of their society. • Turn & Talk: • How would the idea of Divine Right lead to conflict, corruption, and change? King Louis XIV of France Absolutism

• Due to the Reformation & the Age of Absolutism, the power shifted from the Church to kings and queens. • This would lead to all power in the hands of one. • This power will lead to (effects): • • new ideas about government. protest and civil unrest. new ideas of citizens’ rights. REVOLUTION! Absolutism Execution of King Louis XVI

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