We believe that the Fuhrer is fulfilling a divine mission to German destiny! This belief is beyond challenge.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A declaration of absolute faith in Hitler's divine mission.
- In plain terms
- We believe the leader is chosen by God and this cannot be questioned.
- What can you take from it?
- Political movements often claim divine backing.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do leaders invoke the divine?
- How does this affect accountability?
Another view
Claims of divine mission bypass rational scrutiny.
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