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Unlocked: Myth of the Month 14: Astrology
Historiansplaining: A historian tells you why everything you know is wrong
Is There Some Truth in Astrology?
Modern science might reject the metaphysics of astrology that posits astral influences, but it's the prognostication that matters. In principle, maybe there is some truth in some claims of astrology - i think we'd have to say, all right, it's possible. But of course, astrology goes way, way beyond just making predictions about health based on your astrological sign of the zodiac or your month of birth. They make much further and much more detailed and precise claims, both about your exact character and personality, as well as about world events, politics and so on.
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