Eclipses lead a long list of sky phenomena that irresistibly attract and entangle us. The idea that the Sun, Moon, planets, and stars affect us personally is called astrology and goes way back. Some call it the second-oldest profession. How could any of us think any different as we watched the sky revolve around us daily. For example, certain constellations rise before dawn every autumn, just when your crops are ready for harvest. Clear evidence that the entire dome of the sky, day and night, lovingly looks after your needs and wants. With this mindset, the sky also portends events you, your
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