All superstition is much the same whether it be that of astrology, dreams, omen, retributive judgment, or the like, in all of which the deluded believers observe events which are fulfilled, but neglect and pass over their failure, though it be much more common.

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Francis Bacon

Francis Bacon

English philosopher, statesman

22 January 1561 — 9 April 1626

Novum Organum

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