Biblical Influence on Charlemagne
How did the biblical verses of Romans 13:1–2 influence the rule of Charlemagne?
A
Charlemagne used the verses to argue that a king is bound by earthly institutions and must adhere to both civil and divine authority.
B
His opponents used the verses to argue that no human could possess divine power.
C
Charlemagne used the verses to defend the concept of divine appointment, asserting his independence from earthly authority.
D
His opponents used the verses to assert that the Throne of Peter held supreme authority on Earth.