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On This Day: Alfonso X is proclaimed king of Castile and León. (1252) - Illustration on leadership | IllustrateTheWord

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On This Day: Alfonso X is proclaimed king of Castile and León. (1252)

Source: Today in History (history.muffinlabs.com) - CC BY-SA 3.035 words

On June 1, 1252: Alfonso X is proclaimed king of Castile and León.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership.

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