I know Great Spirit is looking down upon me from above, and will hear what I say.
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I am here by the will of the Great Spirit, and by his will I am chief.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Sitting Bull emphasizes that his authority comes from a higher power rather than personal ambition.
This quote reflects Sitting Bull's belief in the divine will that placed him in a position of leadership. It highlights the idea that true authority and purpose come from a connection to something greater than oneself, suggesting that leaders should be humble and recognize the influence of spiritual forces in their roles.
Themes
LeadershipAuthoritySpiritualityHumility
In practice
Example use cases
During a leadership seminar, one might quote this to inspire humility in leaders.
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