World History 5.2 The Reign of Louis XIV

Edict of Nantes

1598 - Granted the Huguenots liberty of conscience and worship.

Cardinal Richelieu

Louis XIII's minister, but really ruled France

skepticism

the idea that nothing can ever be known for certain

LouisXIV

powerful King in France that highered the taxes to pay for a luxurious lifestyle

intendants

French government agents who collected taxes and administered justice

Jean Baptiste Colbert

An economic advisor to Louis XIV; he supported mercantilism and tried to make France economically self-sufficient. Brought prosperity to France.

War of the Spanish Succession

War for the inheritance for the Spanish throne which involved the League of Augsburg against Franc

Michel de Montaigne

(1533-1592), introduced early modern skepticism, developed the essay to express his thoughts and ideas

the palace Versailles

Once a lodge, Versailles was a place for monarchs to escape the capital Paris, approximately 12 miles to the east. In 1669 though, King Louis XIV began renovations and building to transform the escape lodge into a world renowned palace

The Sun King

Louis XVI, meaning he's the light of his country. France revolves around him. Symbol of his reign