1. The political belief that one ruler should hold all of the power
Within the boundaries of the country
Absolutism
Chapter 5

2. Absolutism
Absolutism – is a form of government in which one ruler has supreme authority and where that authority is not restricted by any written laws, legislature, or customs.
Divine Right – kings and queens have a God-given right to rule and that rebellion against them is a sin. 
What is the job of a king?
How does a king display or show his power?
How does a king hold on to his power?
Should the king fear anyone?

3. Democracy
Democracy -  a government in which the supreme power is vested in the people 
What are the characteristics of a democracy?

4. #1 Absolutism or Democracy?
These ideas were expressed by King Louis XIV of France in 1660.
The head alone has the right to deliberate and decide, and the functions of all the other members consist only in carrying out the commands given to them The more you grant [to the assembled people], the more it claims The interest of the state must come first.
Which type of government does King Louis XIV describe? Why is this the best type of government?

5. #2 Absolutism or Democracy?
The following is an excerpt from Voltaire’s writings.
. . . I may disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it The best government seems to be that in which all ranks of men are equally protected by the laws . . .
Which type of government does Voltaire recommend? Which freedom is essential to this type of government? Why?

6. Monarchs Write 1 paragraph for each question. (5 sentences minimum)
What are the positives of living under an absolute monarch?
What are the negatives of living under an absolute monarch?

7. Absolute Monarchs Peter the Great Of Russia Louis XIV of France
“Sun King”
Philip II of Spain
The pictures above show some examples of absolute monarchs.
What do you think are the positives of living under absolute rule?
What do you think are the negatives of living under absolute rule?

8. The World in 1750. Most empires were ruled by one leader
Leader was usually a male who came from a family of rulers (dynasty)
Most rulers claimed that their power came from _______________. This belief is called _______________.
Besides the ruler, their existed groups with privileges. They were often the political, military and religious leaders. This privilege was usually based on ______________.

9. The World in 1750
The majority of the population (90%) had little to no rights and struggled to survive.
The rulers would defend their power and wealth thru tradition, force, and propaganda.
suleiman the magnificent

10. Gunpowder Empires

11. Gunpowder Empires
Made use of new firearms, especially cannons and guns Military strength
Absolute monarchies  Had strong centralized governments
Based on Islam extended the faith to new lands

12. Suleyman was the ruler of the ______________.
Fill in the Blank
The Gunpowder Empires share ________ characteristics. For example, _____________________________________
Suleyman was the ruler of the ______________.
Suleyman should not be considered ‘Magnificent” because ___________________
Suleyman should be considered “Magnificent” because _______________

13. Suleyman Key terms: imperial, sultans, janissaries,
Puppet state, corruption
Answer in notes:
Provide examples of Suleyman as an absolute ruler.
What positive contributions did Suleyman make to his empire?
Overall, was Suleyman worthy of the nickname Magnificent? Explain

14. Akbar (Mughal Empire)
Greatest achievement was tolerance of other religions and cultures
Held discussions with Hindu and Muslim scholars
Created a fair and affordable tax system
Allowed non-Muslims to worship freely
Encouraged the study of art, astronomy, mathematics, philosophy
Always kept an army prepared for battle
Used diplomacy to control empire

15. Safavid Empire (Persia)
Borrowed ideas from foreign lands
Used Christian slaves as soldiers
Government jobs based on merit
Tolerated other religions
Established trade with Europeans (especially hand woven rugs)
Promoted art
Shah
Abbas

16. Growing Power of Monarchs
Why did the monarchs of Europe grow so powerful?
Decline of feudalism
Rise of cities
Growth of national kingdoms
Growing middle class
Wealth of colonies
Breakdown of church authority

17. Crises Lead to Absolutism
Why was the 17th century a time of “upheaval?”
Religious conflict
Territorial conflict
How did the monarchs respond?
Impose order
Regulate religious worship
Control social gatherings
Control the economy
Free themselves from the nobility and legislative bodies

18. What did the absolute monarchs have in common?
Palaces (p.166)
Wars
Persecution of ethnic or religious minorities
Control nobility
Philip II’s El Escorial Palace

19. Philip II of Spain
Defender of Catholicism
Spanish Armada
Dutch Revolt

20. Spanish Armada
1588
To punish Queen Elizabeth
Loser!

21. The Dutch Revolt

22. Review Why did the Dutch revolt against Spain?
Why might an absolute monarch view a republic, such as the Netherlands, as a political threat?
Why did absolute monarchs believe that they were justified in exercising absolute power?

23. Louis XIV of France “The Sun King” Palace of Versailles (p. 166)
Intendants
Edict of Nantes
Control the Nobility
Party time
Disastrous Wars

24. Peter the Great- Russia
Differences with Europe
“Grand Embassy”
Westernization
Reforms

25. Peter’s Reforms Orthodox Church Modernize Army Introduce potatoes
1st newspaper
Western clothing
Education
St. Petersburg

26. 20th century

27. Contemporary