The Medieval King- Powerful or Pititful

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bilbobaggins

November 08, 2024, 06:27:45 PM
A common misconception is that medieval kings were dictators wielding absolute power over their subjects. In reality, their authority was far less than that of modern presidents or governors. My latest article explores the extent of a medieval king's restricted power and highlights how weak and powerless they often were.

https://bibliotecanatalie.com/home/f/the-medieval-king-powerful-or-pitiful
Jeb Smith is the author of four books to date, the most recent being Missing Monarchy: Correcting Misconceptions About The Middle Ages, Medieval Kingship, Democracy, And Liberty. Before that, he wrote and published Middle-earth Lore: Tolkien's Legends Revealed and another book on J.R.R. Tolkien's works, and also authored Defending Dixie's Land: What Every American Should Know About The South And The Civil War, written under the name Isaac C. Bishop. Smith has authored multiple articles on various blogs and websites, including History is Now Magazine and Medieval History.

drummerboy

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November 08, 2024, 08:38:30 PM
As late as Philip II of Spain the king still had to beg for money from the nobility!
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Heinrich

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November 08, 2024, 09:15:56 PM
Quote from: drummerboy on November 08, 2024, 08:38:30 PMAs late as Philip II of Spain the king still had to beg for money from the nobility!

He went bankrupt due to loans taken out by his grandfather, right?
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drummerboy

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November 10, 2024, 04:06:48 PM
Quote from: Heinrich on November 08, 2024, 09:15:56 PM
Quote from: drummerboy on November 08, 2024, 08:38:30 PMAs late as Philip II of Spain the king still had to beg for money from the nobility!

He went bankrupt due to loans taken out by his grandfather, right?

I believe so.  It's been awhile since I read Walsh's bio of Philip, but he did have the debt resolved by the time of his death.
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"Through the prayers of the Theotokos O Savior save us"

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james03

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November 14, 2024, 02:21:10 PM
QuoteHe went bankrupt due to loans taken out by his grandfather, right?

Usury is destructive.
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