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What does it mean?
He distinguishes himself from being a god, stating he is merely a prime minister.
In plain terms
He says he is not a god, just a prime minister.
What can you take from it?
He humbly limits his role to political office.

Where it applies

  • public speech
  • leadership perception

Putting it to work

  • clarifying limits of power
  • managing expectations

Questions to consider

  • Why stress the distinction from divinity?
  • How does this affect public expectations?

Another view

Even as a prime minister, his decisions can have far‑reaching impact.

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