Answer:
Well we know that they introduced the idea of the leaders ruling from god themselves. However, what is most important to remember is the actual power they kept doing this — just think politically.
Let’s say you’re from the Zhou Dynasty and there are people who actually believe you are speaking from god. You are essentially THE messenger. That means that they have devoted followers because they are able to influence these people‘s beliefs.
Ironically they got owned in 256 BCE. GG EZ
HOPE THAT HELPS!