Context Flashcards
1
Q
When is a Jacobean audience?
A
During the reign of James 1
2
Q
Religion during Shakespeare’s time:
A
•deeply religious society
•believed literally in heaven and hell
•God fearing
•sin-damned for all eternity
3
Q
What was the divine right of kings
A
The belief that the King was chosen by God and answers only to God. And so, to go against the king would be the same as going against God. This would send you to hell.
4
Q
What was the great chain of being
A
A concept that describes the hierarchical order of all existence, from God to the lowest creatures.
5
Q
What is hierarchical
A
Arranged in the order of rank or importance
