anointed king

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Refers to a king who has been consecrated, often in a religious ceremony.

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  • The newly anointed king pledged to rule with justice and wisdom.
  • According to tradition, only an anointed king could truly lead the nation.
  • The prophet declared him the anointed king, chosen by destiny.
  • After the sacred ceremony, he was recognized as the anointed king.
  • The people celebrated the coronation of their anointed king with great joy.
  • Throughout history, many rulers sought to be seen as divinely anointed kings.
  • The anointed king's authority was considered absolute by his subjects.
  • He believed he was a divinely anointed king, destined to unite the tribes.
  • The young prince prepared for the day he would become the anointed king.
  • A true anointed king was expected to protect his people from harm.