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“Everything that is bad, the falling sickness - God save the mark - or the like, should be at its worst at the full moon. I suppose because it is the leader of the stars.” quote by Lady Gregory
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“Everything that is bad, the falling sickness - God save the mark - or the like, should be at its worst at the full moon. I suppose because it is the leader of the stars.”

Lady Gregory

About This Quote

Source Play: The Rising of the Moon, 1907

The speaker links a severe illness to the full moon, believing the lunar phase intensifies the condition because the moon leads the stars.

In simple terms: Full moon may worsen certain ailments, according to folklore.

Key Takeaway

Consider natural cycles when observing health patterns.

Themes

folklore medicine astronomy

Mood

mysterious thoughtful

Type

cultural speculative

When to use this quote

  • herbal remedies
  • nighttime symptom tracking
  • cultural health practices

Key Concepts

lunar influence seasonal effects historical beliefs

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you notice any patterns between moon phases and health?
  • How do cultural beliefs shape health behavior?
A Different Perspective

Scientific evidence for lunar effects is weak.

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