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This reads as advice that creativity is not only a personal skill, but something borrowed from a higher source. It can be taken to mean that original work needs humility, attention, and spiritual dependence, and it lands when someone feels blocked and is looking for fresh direction before starting a project.
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About Michael Bassey Johnson
Michael Bassey Johnson is a Nigerian poet and playwright. His work often explores themes of identity, colonialism, and cultural resilience, blending sharp social commentary with lyrical precision. Known for his distinctive voice in African literature, he remains a significant figure in postcolonial writing.
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