Astrology Quote by Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa
“All these delusions of Divination have their root and foundation from Astrology. For whether the lineaments of the body, countenance, or hand be inspected, whether dream or vision be seen, whether marking of entrails or mad inspiration be consulted, there must be a Celestial Figure first erected, by the means of whole indications, together with the conjectures of Signs and Similitudes, they endeavour to find out the truth of what is desired.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: De Occulta Philosophia, 1531
The quote claims that divination methods such as astrology, physiognomy, dream interpretation, and entrail reading all depend on an underlying celestial framework of signs.
In simple terms: Divination relies on a celestial system of signs.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the assumed foundations behind occult practices.
Themes
occult
divination
astrology
philosophy
Mood
analytical
skeptical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
historical
When to use this quote
- historical research
- comparative religion
- critical analysis
- skeptical inquiry
Key Concepts
symbolism
interpretation
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence supports a common celestial basis?
- How do cultural contexts shape these methods?
A Different Perspective
The claim may overgeneralize diverse practices as sharing a single origin.
