Dissimulation, even the most innocent in its nature, is…
“Dissimulation, even the most innocent in its nature, is ever productive of embarrassment; whether the design is evil or not artifice is always dangerous and almost inevitably disgraceful.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Pretending to be virtuous often leads to embarrassment; artificiality is dangerous and can cause disgrace.
In simple terms: Fakery causes shame; authenticity matters.
Key Takeaway
Choose sincerity over pretense.
Themes
authenticity
embarrassment
deception
virtue
society
Mood
cautionary
reflective
Type
moral
philosophical
When to use this quote
- professional settings
- personal relationships
- public speaking
Key Concepts
ethics
social behavior
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you felt compelled to hide your true self?
- What are the costs of maintaining a façade?
A Different Perspective
Sincerity may be socially risky.