Dynastic Cycle

Mandate of heaven

Mandate of heaven

one absolute ruler that has approval from the heavens

Dynastic cycle

The cycle of which dynasties tend to last

First step

New dynasty gains power -> claims mandate of heaven

Second step

Now a strong and established dynasty -> considered mandate of heaven

Third step

Dynasty becomes corrupt -> taxes are raised -> power = weaker

Fourth step

Disasters (floods, famines, revolts, invasions)

Fifth step

Dynasty has lost mandate -> rebellion is justified

Sixth step

Dynasty is overthrown through rebellion + bloodshed