Question

Which statement best explains why ancient Egypt is considered a theocracy?

Answer 1

 Well the term theocracy means a system of government where priests rule in the name of god, so your answer would be the second. Priests were part of the ruling class.

Answer 2

The correct answer is C) the Pharaoh was God's representative on earth.

The statement that best explains why ancient Egypt was considered a Theocracy is: "the Pharaoh was God's representative on earth."

For the Egyptians, the Pharaoh was the representation of God incarnated Ra, the Sun, was the most prominent figure among the Pantheon of Gods or many Gods that the Egyptians had. Being the representative of God, the Pharaoh was treated with all kind of privileges and lived in marvelous palaces and when they die, they were placed in special chambers with many of his richness. The Pharaoh in Egypt was considered a divinity.