Single Idea 19973

[catalogued under 25. Social Practice / E. Policies / 2. Religion in Society]

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.