King Louis XIV
John Dualan Period 5
Facts
*Louis became the king of France at the age of 5 in 1643.
*He would begin to rule his country at the age of 2, but before cardinal Mazarin led the government.
*He believed his right to exercise absolute power over France.
*Louis's own extravagant lifestyle symbolized the magnificence and wealth of his country.
*He believed as king, he should know everything that's happening in his country.
Beliefs About Government
* King Louis believed in having absolute power as the king of France.
* He believed he should know what's going on in his country.
* He believed that the king was chosen by God himself.
Ideal Form Of Government
King Louis XIV ideal form of government was a monarchy. Since he believed that the king was chosen by God and how a king should be involved in everything happening in the country, like France's foreign policies or how France shall spend their money.
Quotes
" i should sooner reconcile Europe than two women."
" Every time i bestow an open office i make a hundred discontented person and one ingrate."
" There is little that can withstand a person who has conquered himself."