primogeniture
Posted: Sun Feb 06, 2011 12:20 am
I was just reading that it was today in 1777 that Georgia formally adopted a new state constitution and became the first U.S. state to abolish the inheritance practices of 'primogeniture'. This was a huge departure from the English system, or most of the world at that time.
I know that in monarchial countries, 'primogeniture' is the word they use for succession order of the crown. The same was true, I believe in the Middle East. Would it be correct to say that those who believe that Hosni Mubarak's son is entitled to be President of Egypt are operating under the system of 'primogeniture'?
Also, if you go way back, would this word be considered similar to what they used in the Bible times for 'birthright'?
I would like to know more about this word, please, Dr. Goodword. Please give it a turn in your column.
Thanks,
Sardith
I know that in monarchial countries, 'primogeniture' is the word they use for succession order of the crown. The same was true, I believe in the Middle East. Would it be correct to say that those who believe that Hosni Mubarak's son is entitled to be President of Egypt are operating under the system of 'primogeniture'?
Also, if you go way back, would this word be considered similar to what they used in the Bible times for 'birthright'?
I would like to know more about this word, please, Dr. Goodword. Please give it a turn in your column.
Thanks,
Sardith