noun
divine right
Refers to the doctrine that a monarch's authority comes directly from God, not from the people. Often used in historical or political contexts.
王権神授説は、王の神権を主張する。
The divine right of kings theory asserts the divine right of the monarch.
神権政治では、宗教的指導者が統治する。
In a theocracy, religious leaders govern.
Compound of 神 (divine) and 権 (authority, right). A Sino-Japanese term used in political and religious discourse.