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   What are examples of kingship?

   • Examples of kingship may be drawn from all four corners of the world, from ancient China to Mexico, from the Egypt of the pharaohs to Mesopotamia, from the kingdoms of equatorial Africa to those of Polynesia.

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   What does kingship mean?

   • King, a supreme ruler, sovereign over a nation or a territory, of higher rank than any other secular ruler except an emperor, to whom a king may be subject. Kingship, a worldwide phenomenon, can be elective, as in medieval Germany, but it is usually hereditary.

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   What is sacred kingship?

   • sacred kingship, religious and political concept by which a ruler is seen as an incarnation, manifestation, mediator, or agent of the sacred or holy (the transcendent or supernatural realm). The concept originated in prehistoric times, but it continues to exert a recognizable influence in the modern world.

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   Why is kingship important?

   • Kingship, especially the sacred aspects of the office of a king, has for a long time fascinated scholars in a variety of fields such as history, religious studies, or area studies.

   Religion and Power: Divine Kingship in the Ancient World and Beyond

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   Is kingship a dyarchy?

   • Kingship, a worldwide phenomenon, can be elective, as in medieval Germany, but is usually hereditary; it may be absolute or constitutional and usually takes the form of a monarchy, although dyarchies have been known, as in ancient Sparta, where two kings ruled jointly.

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   How does a king's sonship work in ancient Mesopotamia?

   • An essentially different foundation is the king’s divine sonship through adoption, as, for example, in the legend of King Sargon of Akkad in ancient Mesopotamia. The adoption of the crown prince by a god is often part of the coronation ritual, especially in Mesopotamia: the god declares the king as his son when he ascends the throne.

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   sacred kingship, religious and political concept by which a ruler is seen as an incarnation, manifestation, mediator, or agent of the sacred or holy (the transcendent or supernatural realm).

   • Author: Claus Westermann

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   Study with Quizlet and memorise flashcards containing terms like Give 3 quotes that relate Duncan to kingship (at start of play), Explain how the quote 'Valiant cousin' + 'Worthy gentlemen' reflects Duncan's Kingship, Explain how the quote 'hold thee to my heart' relates to Duncan's Kingship and others.

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   King, a supreme ruler, sovereign over a nation or a territory, of higher rank than any other secular ruler except an emperor, to whom a king may be subject. Kingship, a worldwide phenomenon, can be elective, as in medieval Germany, but it is usually hereditary.

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   Examples of kingship may be drawn from all four corners of the world, from ancient China to Mexico, from the Egypt of the pharaohs to Mesopotamia, from the kingdoms of equatorial Africa to those of Polynesia.

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   Sacred kingship - Legitimation, Rituals, Symbols: The coronation or ascent to the throne by a king is an official act that most clearly shows the sacral character of the kingdom.

   • Author: Claus Westermann

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   Some consider the kings Rim-Sin of Larsa (1822–1763 BCE) and the famous Hammurabi of Babylon (1792–1750 BCE) to have been divine. Both kings struggled to expand their area of influence, and therefore their self-deification may have been part of a strategy to consolidate and legitimize their powers. The Conference

8. christianityiq.com › examples-of-kings-in-the-bible8 Examples of Kings in the Bible (And Lessons to Learn)

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   Prophet Elijah confronted Ahab on multiple occasions, denouncing his idolatry and foretelling judgment. Ahab’s life warns of the consequences of defying God and succumbing to corrupt influences. 6. King Hezekiah: The Faithful Reformer. Hezekiah was a righteous king of Judah known for his dedication to God.