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Dissimulation was his masterpiece; in which he so much…

“Dissimulation was his masterpiece; in which he so much excelled that men were not ashamed of being deceived but twice by him.” quote by Edward Hyde, 1st Earl of Clarendon
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“Dissimulation was his masterpiece; in which he so much excelled that men were not ashamed of being deceived but twice by him.”

Edward Hyde, 1st Earl of Clarendon

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He mastered deception so skillfully that people were deceived twice—first by the act, then by the deceiver’s reputation.

In simple terms: His deception was so perfect people didn’t realize they were fooled.

Key Takeaway

Beware overly polished appearances.

Themes

deception trust reputation

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

political psychological

When to use this quote

  • political intrigue
  • personal relationships
  • media influence

Key Concepts

Manipulation social perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you verify authenticity?
  • What signs reveal hidden deceit?
A Different Perspective

Even skilled deceivers can be exposed over time.

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