The Life of Thrasyllus and the Role of Astrology in the Roman Empire

This chapter provides an overview of the mysterious life of Thrasyllus and the significance of astrology in the Roman Empire. It explores various perspectives on Thrasyllus from Roman sources and discusses the transition of astrology from a lower-class practice to a central ideological force in the empire. The chapter also delves into the belief in fate, the practice of consulting astrologers, and the implications of astrology within the context of Christianity.