Concern Quote by King James I
“That which concerns the mystery of the King's power is not lawful to be disputed; for that is to wade into the weakness of Princes, and to take away the mystical reverence that belongs unto them that sit in the throne of God.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Basilikon Doron, 1599
The king’s divine authority is beyond dispute; questioning it undermines the throne’s sacred power and the mystique of rulership.
In simple terms: Questioning royal authority weakens its sacred aura.
Key Takeaway
Respect the established order and its symbolic power.
Themes
authority
divine right
politics
tradition
legitimacy
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
historical
political
When to use this quote
- court ceremonies
- legislative debates
- historical analysis of monarchies
Key Concepts
Divine right of kings
political theology
monarchical power
Questions to Reflect On
- Is divine right still relevant today?
- How does questioning power affect governance?
A Different Perspective
Modern democratic values challenge the notion of unquestioned divine authority.
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