History GCSE
Divine right and religious authority
What Divine right and religious authority means in History GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Divine right and religious authority
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The coronation ceremony, particularly anointing with holy oil, signified divine approval and transformed the king into God's representative on Earth.
Topics that use Divine right and religious authority
- Option B2: Key topic 1: Life and government in England, 1189–1216 - 2 Kingship and succession (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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