Understand the Power of "Theocracy"

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Greetings, history buff! A "theocracy" is a form of government in which religious leaders or institutions hold the ruling power, governing according to religious laws and principles. The concept of theocracy dates back to ancient civilizations, including Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, where rulers were often considered divine or semi-divine figures. WORD OF THE DAY July 24, 2024 theocracy [ thee-ok-ruh-see ] noun a form of government in which priests rule in the name of a deity Learn More About This Word Are Seasons Capitalized Or Not? Up on your grammar game with our guide on when to capitalize seasons! Learn these capitalization rules and elevate your writing with these tips. Keep reading Want more emails like this? Sign up to receive them daily. Need help? Review our About Us or Contact Us for assistance. For brand partnerships, email sponsor@dictionary.com. This email has been sent to matzom229@gmail.com by Dictionary.com LLC. Make sure this email goes to your inbox by adding doctor@dictionary.com to your address book. If you wish to stop seeing these emails, please feel free to Manage Your Preferences or Unsubscribe. For more information regarding our privacy policy, please visit this link. Dictionary.com LLC, Oakland CA