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absolutism = freedom of not being limited in power by not having to consult with representative bodies Absolute monarch = a ruler whose power is not limited an absolute monarch believes in divine right= monarchs receive power and the right to rule from God
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absolutism = freedom of not being limited in power by not having to consult with representative bodies • Absolute monarch= a ruler whose power is not limited • an absolute monarch believes in divine right= monarchs receive power and the right to rule from God • 1500-1700 absolute monarchs wanted to have their will forcibly attempted all over Europe and beyond Absolutism unit 5
The cause of absolution • In the 17th century, times where chaotic • Arguments between countries for territory and religious beliefs led to war almost continuously • Monarchs anted to restore order to the country by increasing their power and used force to those who were against them • They created new government bureaucracies to keep their economies under control • The goal was to be free of the limitations that were placed by representative bodies like parliament
Charles V • In 1516 Charles V became king of Spain he ruled the Hapsburg empire which included the holy Roman empire • during his time of rule Charles had gained much land in America for his country • He was a successful king in Spain but was more prosperous in America than he was in Europe • gold and silver was continuously coming to Spain making it the richest country in Europe • He divided his land between his son and brother • Phillip II of Spain and Ferdinand of Austria and holy roman empire
Phillip II of Spain • Phillip II reigned for 42 years • He expanded Spanish influence and also strengthened the catholic church • He built the court of blood for those that defied his laws • He tortured and executed many rebels ( killed 1500 a day) • He was married to bloody Mary • Soon after fighting for 11 years the Dutch finally gained their independence
Louis XIII • He was put to power at age 9 • He appointed Cardinal Richliev as his chief minister • His chief minister made 2 step to making the kingdom stronger • 1. he moved against the Huguenots • 2.weakend the nobles power
Louis the XIV • He was put to the throne at age 5 • Built the palace of Versailles • He believed in divine right and called himself the sun king • He established “new France” a fur trading colony in Canada and tried to expand Frances boundaries but all failed • Louis's reign was mostly sad because he left France debt from the construction of the palace of Versailles and abused his power
Enlightenment thinkers • Enlightenment= the development of idea from the scientific revolution that allowed the ability of man to use his own reason and understanding • The idea of not having to be under another's rule • Understanding human nature an
Diderot • Was born October 5th 1713 • Died on July 31st 1784 • Wrote the 28 volume encyclopedia
Voltaire • Born November 21st 1694 • Died in May 30th 1778 • He was a French enlightenment writer, historian, and philosopher • He wrote cutting sarcasm and sharp wit
Montesquieu • Born January 18th 1989 • Died in February 1755 • His first book was Persian letters ridiculed
Adam Smith • Born June 5th 1723 • Died on July 19th 1790 • Known as the father of economics • He was a greatly admired physician • His worked help richen the nations belief in supply and demand