Full Idea
The power of the clergy is as dangerous in a republic, as it is appropriate to a monarchy.
Gist of Idea
The clergy are essential to a monarchy, but dangerous in a republic
Source
Baron de Montesquieu (The Spirit of the Laws (rev. 1757) [1748], 02.04)
Book Reference
Montesquieu,Baron de: 'Selected Political Writings', ed/tr. Richter,Melvin [Hackett 1990], p.122
A Reaction
This makes me look at the UK in a new light, with the clergy hovering around when the monarch is crowned, and the bishops sitting by right in the House of Lords.