Definition

A system of government where a god or gods are recognized as the supreme authority, often led by priests or religious leaders.

Example

In ancient times, many civilizations were governed by a thearchy, where divine beings were believed to control the state.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how different cultures have their own ideas of thearchy?

Yeah, it's fascinating to see how they structure their beliefs around gods and priests.

I wonder how that impacts their daily lives and decisions.

It must be significant; living under a thearchy shapes their values and traditions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'thearchy' is formed from 'theo-' (from Greek 'theos', meaning god) and '-archy' (from Greek 'archia', meaning rule or government). Thus, 'thearchy' refers to a form of government in which a god or deity is recognized as the supreme ruler.

Memory Tip

Think of 'theo' meaning god and 'archy' meaning rule — this helps you remember that 'thearchy' is a government ruled by a god.

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