Of Simulation and Dissimulation
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"Of Simulation and Dissimulation" is a philosophical essay by Francis Bacon that examines the moral and practical implications of concealing or feigning intentions in social and political life.
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| Of Simulation and Dissimulation canonical | 4 |
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Entity disambiguation (via context triple)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Of Simulation and Dissimulation Context triple: [Essays, hasPart, Of Simulation and Dissimulation]
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A.
Smoke and Mirrors
"Smoke and Mirrors" is a collection of dark fantasy and speculative short stories by Neil Gaiman that blends myth, horror, and contemporary life.
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B.
Mimics
Mimics are a highly adaptive alien species from the science fiction story "Edge of Tomorrow" (and its source novel "All You Need Is Kill") known for their time-resetting ability and relentless war against humanity.
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C.
Promise of the Real
Promise of the Real is an American rock band led by Lukas Nelson, known for its roots-rock sound and frequent collaborations and touring with Neil Young.
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D.
Hiding from Humanity
Hiding from Humanity is a philosophical work by Martha Nussbaum that examines the roles of emotions like shame and disgust in law, morality, and public life.
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The Phantom Public
The Phantom Public is a 1925 political philosophy book by Walter Lippmann that critically examines the limits of democratic participation and the role of the public in modern mass society.
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
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Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Of Simulation and Dissimulation Target entity description: "Of Simulation and Dissimulation" is a philosophical essay by Francis Bacon that examines the moral and practical implications of concealing or feigning intentions in social and political life.
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A.
Smoke and Mirrors
"Smoke and Mirrors" is a collection of dark fantasy and speculative short stories by Neil Gaiman that blends myth, horror, and contemporary life.
-
B.
Mimics
Mimics are a highly adaptive alien species from the science fiction story "Edge of Tomorrow" (and its source novel "All You Need Is Kill") known for their time-resetting ability and relentless war against humanity.
-
C.
Promise of the Real
Promise of the Real is an American rock band led by Lukas Nelson, known for its roots-rock sound and frequent collaborations and touring with Neil Young.
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D.
Hiding from Humanity
Hiding from Humanity is a philosophical work by Martha Nussbaum that examines the roles of emotions like shame and disgust in law, morality, and public life.
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E.
The Phantom Public
The Phantom Public is a 1925 political philosophy book by Walter Lippmann that critically examines the limits of democratic participation and the role of the public in modern mass society.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (46)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
essay
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philosophical essay ⓘ |
| addresses | tension between honesty and political necessity ⓘ |
| argues |
that complete openness can be dangerous in political life
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that dissimulation may sometimes be justified for reasons of state ⓘ that excessive simulation undermines trust and reputation ⓘ |
| associatedWith |
Renaissance humanism
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early modern political thought ⓘ |
| author | Francis Bacon ⓘ |
| concerns |
management of reputation
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public versus private intentions ⓘ use of ambiguity in speech ⓘ |
| countryOfOrigin | England ⓘ |
| discusses |
difference between open nature and reserved nature
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difference between secrecy and simulation ⓘ moral implications of dissimulation ⓘ political prudence ⓘ practical advantages of secrecy ⓘ risks of habitual deceit ⓘ |
| ethicalStance |
cautious acceptance of limited dissimulation
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rejection of constant or total simulation ⓘ |
| evaluates |
character types inclined to openness
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character types inclined to secrecy ⓘ |
| genre |
moral philosophy
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philosophy ⓘ |
| hasForm | short prose essay ⓘ |
| hasPerspective | pragmatic view of political morality ⓘ |
| influenced | later discussions of political dissimulation ⓘ |
| influencedBy | Machiavellian political thought ⓘ |
| language | English ⓘ |
| mainTopic |
concealment of intentions
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court politics ⓘ dissimulation ⓘ ethics of deception ⓘ feigning intentions ⓘ prudence in political life ⓘ simulation ⓘ statecraft ⓘ |
| partOf |
Francis Bacon's essays
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linked to:
Francis Bacon
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| philosophicalTradition | British moral and political philosophy ⓘ |
| proposes | a graded distinction between secrecy, dissimulation, and simulation ⓘ |
| targetAudience |
courtiers
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educated lay readers ⓘ statesmen ⓘ |
| timePeriod | early 17th century ⓘ |
| workByAuthor | Francis Bacon's Essays or Counsels, Civil and Moral ⓘ |
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