Rontomantia prognostication by thunder

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Rontomantia, or prognostication by thunder, is an ancient method of divination that interprets the meaning of thunder to predict future events.

Rooted in folklore and superstition, this practice involves analyzing various aspects of thunder, such as its direction, intensity, and timing, to discern omens and messages from the divine.

Throughout history, diverse cultures have employed rontomantia, attributing different significances to thunder based on their unique beliefs and mythological systems.

While no longer a mainstream practice, it offers insights into how past societies sought to understand and influence their world through natural phenomena.

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