Robert Nozick's historical entitlement theory holds that a power relation only generates moral concern when it involves actual coercive interference with an agent's rightful holdings or choices.

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Coercive interference(as the specific type of action that Nozick thinks creates moral problems): When someone forces another person to do (or not do) something against their will, using threats or physical force.
Historical entitlement theory(as Nozick's main philosophical contribution): A theory of justice that says whether something is fair or just depends on how things came about in the past—specifically, whether people acquired their possessions and rights through legitimate, non-harmful means.
Moral concern(as what Nozick says only certain power relations deserve): Something that ethics or fairness says we should care about and take seriously when deciding what's right or wrong.
Power relation(as the starting point for moral evaluation in Nozick's theory): A situation where one person or group has the ability to influence, control, or affect another person or group.

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