Such is the way of all superstition, whether in astrology…
“Such is the way of all superstition, whether in astrology, dreams, omens, divine judgments, or the like; wherein men, having a delight in such vanities, mark the events where they are fulfilled, but where they fail, though this happen much oftener.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
People tend to notice when predictions succeed and ignore frequent failures, revealing bias in believing superstitions.
In simple terms: We recall hits, forget misses, reinforcing superstition.
Key Takeaway
Beware confirmation bias in superstitious beliefs.
Themes
bias
superstition
psychology
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily decision making
- media consumption
- fortune telling
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
pattern seeking
belief formation
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we favor stories that confirm our expectations?
- How can we test superstitious claims objectively?
A Different Perspective
May overstate the frequency of successful predictions.