Well we know that they introduced the idea of the leaders ruling from god themselves. However, what is most important to remember is the actual power they kept doing this — just think politically.
Let’s say you’re from the Zhou Dynasty and there are people who actually believe you are speaking from god. You are essentially THE messenger. That means that they have devoted followers because they are able to influence these people‘s beliefs.
The Civil War took place in America over an internal struggle. It was over two different beliefs and the country was divided over this idea. This led to a struggle that would be one of the bloodiest wars in american history.
