Question

out of the wintry storm and into it again. so this life of man appears but for a moment; what follows or indeed what went before, we know not at all. if this new doctrine brings us more certain information, it seems right that we should accept it. other elders and counsellors of the king continued in the same manner, being divinely prompted to do so. (paragraph 5) which choice best explains how this description is representative of medieval literature? it presents the supernatural world as essentially unknowable. it suggests that the decisions of the government are \divinely prompted.\ it demonstrates the hierarchy of medieval rule. it describes how the king depends upon the \wise words\ of his counsellors for guidance

Explanation:

In medieval literature, there was a strong belief in divine influence on human - affairs. The mention of elders and counsellors being "divinely prompted" reflects this characteristic. The supernatural (divine) was thought to play a significant role in guiding decisions, which is a common theme in medieval works.

Answer:

It suggests that the decisions of the government are "divinely prompted."