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Celestial Omens and Human Affairs
This chapter explores the historical origins of astrology and the role of celestial events, like comets and eclipses, as omens influencing governance and societal changes. It emphasizes the human desire for divination and the skepticism surrounding the interpretations of these phenomena. The discussion further examines the connections between historic figures, mathematical principles, and the delicate line between sanity and madness in seeking patterns in the cosmos.