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How does a theocracy differ from a monarchy?

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In a theocracy, people are governed by religious laws; in a monarchy, people may be governed by secular laws.

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A monarchy is ruled by a King or an Emperor, while a theocracy is ruled by religious leaders. Often these two are connected, but sometimes there are no kings and religious leaders decide what is best based on sacred writing and the will of a deity.
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