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It represents submission to an autocrat, you dope.

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Neil deGrasse Tyson

In the #GameOfThrones Universe, to "bend the knee" represents the very highest form of respect and loyalty.

1:25 PM · Sep 25, 2017

Not in Game of Thrones, where not bending the knee gets you killed.

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Arthur “Normalized” Kirkland Esq.

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Dr. This Little Piggy BsD

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Could you imagine the freak-out if kneeling was required instead of standing?

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@PaineInTheNeck

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On the playing field, taking a knee means surrender. "Don't tackle me."

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ᴹᴵᴺᴬᴮᴼᵀ

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If Khaleesi's the autocrat, I might submit 🤐

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He's really not smart. Good Lord.

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Ari: My Hips Don't Lie; They Just Pop

....I have several questions...

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And this guy has how many degrees?

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@conservativjake

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About 3 from

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