PPT-Chapter 21 Absolute Monarchs in Europe

Chapter 21 Absolute Monarchs in Europe 15001800 Section 1 Spains Empire and European Absolutism pg 589 595 Introduction to Absolutism Spains Powerful Empire Philip II comes to power in Spain. What is a Monarchy?. The word “monarchy” comes from the Greek word . monarchia. , which means “rule of one”.. Monarchy . describes any form of government in which a monarch holds the highest office. A monarch is a hereditary ruler – someone who rules because s/he inherited the office through his/her family.. 16. th. – 18. th. Centuries. 1500s – 1700s. What is absolutism?. Absolutism is a form of government in which the monarch has total control.. When did absolutism develop in Europe?. 16. th. through 18. By Andrew Knowlton and . Jack Anderson. Absolutism. Absolutism was a response to the religious wars, plagues, and destruction that plagued Europe.. Rulers who came to power were paranoid of losing it. 1550-1800. France: Absolute Monarchs-Louis XIII & Louis XIV. Spain: Absolute Monarchs-Philip II. England: Absolute Monarchs and Development of a Constitutional Monarchy-Tudors & Stuarts. Austria: Enlightened Despots---Maria Theresa & Joseph II. Their goal was to control every aspect of society. They believed in divine right, the idea that God created the monarchy and that the monarch acted as God’s representative on Earth. Absolutism in Spain. APEURO Lecture 1F. Mrs. . Kray. Niccolo. Machiavelli’s . The Prince, 1513. Manual for a realistic ruler. Considered first work of political science. Some say “The Prince” was Ferdinand of Aragon. : (Louis XIV of France). Despot. - a king or other ruler with absolute, unlimited power. An . Absolute Monarchy. . is . a king or queen who has unlimited power and seeks to control all aspects of society. . Essential Question- How much power should government have?. Review- Europe. After the fall of the Roman Empire, the Western half of the empire fell into darkness .  The Dark Ages. What happened to the Eastern half of the empire?. Absolute Monarchy. Absolute monarchy is a form of monarchy where the power of the monarch is not limited by laws or a constitution.. Rule with Divine Right- selected by God to rule.. Answers to no one. Their goal was to control every aspect of society. They believed in divine right, the idea that God created the monarchy and that the monarch acted as God’s representative on Earth. Absolutism in Spain. kings/queens believe everything in their territory is their property. Answer only to . God. , not his/her . subjects . WHAT IS DIVINE RIGHT?. French Absolutism, Enlightenment, & Revolution Outcome: Absolutism & Absolute Monarchs Constructive Response Questions Summarize what an absolute monarch is and provide at least two concrete examples. Essential Question- How much power should government have?. Review- Europe. After the fall of the Roman Empire, the Western half of the empire fell into darkness .  The Dark Ages. What happened to the Eastern half of the empire?. 1500-1800. Pages 152-183. Section 1. Spain’s Empire and European Absolutism. Pages 155-161. During a time of religious and economic instability, Philip II ruled Spain with a strong hand.. 1. Who was the leader of Spain prior to Philip II? How did...