Of Studies: Bacon asserts that "Studies serve for delight, for ornament, and for ability." In contemporary life, where leisure, self-presentation (online personas), and professional skills are often pursued through diverse means beyond traditional academic study (e.g., hobbies, social media branding, vocational training), how might Bacon's framework be expanded or adapted to encompass these modern avenues of personal and professional development?
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Delight might now include immersive entertainment and personal passions pursued outside formal learning.
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Ornament could extend to the curated presentation of self through online profiles and personal branding.
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Ability might encompass practical skills acquired through experiential learning and online tutorials.
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All of the above suggest potential expansions of Bacon's framework in the modern context.