Definition of absolutism
Absolutism is a system of
absolute Government where power belongs only to one person, who commands
without having to justify themselves to a Parliament or to society in
general. Absolutism was very usual between the 16th century and the first half of the 19th century, when many revolutions overthrew him.
The origins of absolutism took place in France, where has developed the
theory of the divine right of Kings this posture admits that some
people have been chosen by God to rule. As such, after versions more radicalised, the monarch is regarded as the own God.
Under this form of Government, the King is the law, given that it is he who decides what should be done and how. Laws are enacted according to its interests and those of the nobility, who gives Council the King although this is always him to take the final decision (it is always a last word to say).
In general, the absolutist King preserves a paternal treatment to the people, even if it is evidence of despotism if necessary.
The absolutist King takes his throne for life. The power is hereditary: on the death of the King, it is his son who takes his place.
Similarly, the King controls the Church, especially its administrative and any part that has to do with wealth. Issues related to faith and beliefs are the domain of the cleric.
Even if the power is centralized on a single person, the absolutist regime relies on bureaucrats and public officials (to load the proper functioning of the system), the ambassadors and delegates (to sign treaties trade and warfare with other regions) and the Army (to maintain order).
Under this form of Government, the King is the law, given that it is he who decides what should be done and how. Laws are enacted according to its interests and those of the nobility, who gives Council the King although this is always him to take the final decision (it is always a last word to say).
In general, the absolutist King preserves a paternal treatment to the people, even if it is evidence of despotism if necessary.
The absolutist King takes his throne for life. The power is hereditary: on the death of the King, it is his son who takes his place.
Similarly, the King controls the Church, especially its administrative and any part that has to do with wealth. Issues related to faith and beliefs are the domain of the cleric.
Even if the power is centralized on a single person, the absolutist regime relies on bureaucrats and public officials (to load the proper functioning of the system), the ambassadors and delegates (to sign treaties trade and warfare with other regions) and the Army (to maintain order).