"divine right" meaning in English

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Proper name

Forms: the divine right [canonical]
Head templates: {{en-prop|def=1}} the divine right
  1. (Christianity, political science, philosophy) The Christian doctrine that monarchs have a God-given right to rule, that they are answerable only to God, and that rebellion is sinful. Wikipedia link: Divine Right of Kings Categories (topical): Christianity, Philosophy, Political science Synonyms: jus divinum, Mandate of Heaven, divine right of kings Derived forms: divine right of kings Coordinate_terms: consent of the governed

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