kingship

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Mr. Naismith argues that Offa’s real legacy was developing a new model of kingship, founded on tight control and individual competence.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

The repeated use of gold imagery only intensifies those concerns because of the symbolism gold carries historically and biblically: kingship, permanence, divinity and power.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

“By accompanying her father on major events, she’s like learning kingship and building a human network at a tender age,” Cheong said.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 4, 2024

Buthelezi's candidate for kingship prevailed, but a dispute over the chairmanship of the Ingonyama Trust Board - which manages vast tracts of royal land - caused vicious infighting.

From BBC • Sep. 9, 2023

The golden circlet of kingship adorned his battle helm.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin