According to Egyptian theology, from what source did a king

Question

According to Egyptian theology, from what source did a king - or pharaoh -- derive his authority?
A)Democratic elections
B)The assent of local governors
C)The fact that he was perceived as a divine instrument of order and harmony
D)Hereditary descent
E)Military conquest

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In Egyptian theology, the pharaoh was considered a divine instrument of order and harmony, often associated with gods like Horus and Ra, and was believed to maintain ma'at, the cosmic order.