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The Greatest Trick: Comparing the Devil's Deception to Modern Wokeness
Introduction
The phrase, often attributed to various sources but popularized in modern culture by films and literature, states: "The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn't exist." This notion highlights the power of deception—how a master manipulator can conceal their presence and intentions to gain control or influence unnoticed. Recently, some thinkers have drawn parallels between this classic idea and contemporary social movements, particularly what is often called "wokeness."