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What does it mean?
I do not want kings who know how to obey.
In plain terms
I reject rulers who are merely obedient.
What can you take from it?
Seek independent leadership.

Where it applies

  • political reform
  • organizational culture
  • education

Putting it to work

  • leadership development
  • critical thinking training

Questions to consider

  • When is obedience valuable in leadership?
  • How to balance obedience and independence?

Another view

Obedience can be a virtue in certain contexts.

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