Publisher's Synopsis
""Reasons For Belief In Judicial Astrology: Comprising Some Advice To Students, And Remarks On The Dangerous Character Of Popish Priestcraft"" is a book written by William Sharp Cross in 1849. The book is a treatise on the subject of judicial astrology, which is the practice of using the positions of the planets and stars to predict events and outcomes. The author provides reasons for why he believes in this practice and offers advice to students who wish to learn more about it. In addition to discussing astrology, the book also includes remarks on the dangerous character of Popish priestcraft. The term ""Popish"" refers to the Roman Catholic Church, and ""priestcraft"" refers to the manipulation of religious beliefs for personal gain. The author argues that the Catholic Church is a dangerous institution that seeks to control people's beliefs and actions through the use of priestcraft.Overall, ""Reasons For Belief In Judicial Astrology"" is a unique combination of astrological theory and religious critique. It provides insight into the beliefs of the author and offers a glimpse into the cultural and intellectual climate of the mid-19th century.Also, A Word Or Two Upon Astrological Books And Directions, In An Appendix.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
