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Why did Aristotle have a sceptical view of astrology and occult?

Antichrist

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From what I gathered he was skeptical of occult practices and did not put much stock in them. He believed in a more empirical approach to knowledge and saw occultism as lacking a rational foundation. He also disagreed with some of Pythagoras' teachings, such as his belief in the transmigration of souls. Why ?

Hail Satan!
 
Be careful about translations and about not Satanist people's opinion about it.
Aristotle was the tutor of Alexander the Great, and while history tells us that he simply vanished, we know that he became a God. Connect the links to Alexander the Great having Aristotle as a tutor and him conquering the world and becoming a God. :cool:
 
Aquarius said:
Be careful about translations and about not Satanist people's opinion about it.
Aristotle was the tutor of Alexander the Great, and while history tells us that he simply vanished, we know that he became a God. Connect the links to Alexander the Great having Aristotle as a tutor and him conquering the world and becoming a God. :cool:

This is what ChatGpt says in this regard:

"Aristotle's views on astrology and the occult are found to some extent in his works, especially in "Physics," "Metaphysics," and "On the Heavens." Here are some key points related to these topics.

Physics: In his work "Physics," Aristotle criticizes the practice of astrology. He argues against the belief that celestial bodies possess a direct influence on terrestrial events, rejecting the idea that the position and movement of the stars have any direct impact on human life or natural occurrences. According to Aristotle, the study of nature should be based on empirical observation and rational explanations, rather than relying on celestial influences.

Metaphysics: In "Metaphysics," Aristotle explores the nature of existence, causality, and the principles of knowledge. Although he doesn't explicitly discuss astrology or the occult in this work, his overall emphasis on rationality and the pursuit of knowledge through observation and logical reasoning aligns with his rejection of superstitious beliefs such as astrology.

On the Heavens: In "On the Heavens," Aristotle examines celestial motions, the nature of the cosmos, and the principles of cosmology. While he acknowledges that celestial bodies like the sun, moon, and stars have predictable motions, he cautions against attributing purpose or influence to these motions. Aristotle argues that celestial movements are governed by natural laws and occur in a predictable manner, rather than being influenced by supernatural or occult forces. He seeks to provide a naturalistic explanation for celestial phenomena, distancing himself from any occult or mystical interpretations.

Overall, Aristotle's works express skepticism toward astrology and occult beliefs, emphasizing the importance of rational investigation and empirical methods in understanding the natural world. He discourages the attribution of supernatural or metaphysical influences to celestial bodies and argues for a scientific approach to the study of nature."

From what we know Aristotle was a pure empiricist and he greatly influenced today's science which also relies on empirical data only. Also, Aristotle has proved more useful to Christianity in the long term because he was a realist. He took the world as he found it to be real. Judaeo-Christianity is a materialistic religion in many respects.

Also, how do we know that Alexander the great became a God? We don't have enough information to make such conclusions?
 
Nero said:
From what I gathered he was skeptical of occult practices and did not put much stock in them. He believed in a more empirical approach to knowledge and saw occultism as lacking a rational foundation. He also disagreed with some of Pythagoras' teachings, such as his belief in the transmigration of souls. Why ?

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Not an expert on this subject.
But I would say, as mortals, we all are wrong about something at some point. We seek, learn and change our opinions. We change especially when we comprehend the existence of our Gods, it is at this point a person begins to be more cautious with what they believe, see, listen, and say. It's the same with Aristotle and many others like him.
 
Spiritual things can be experienced, it is empirical. Especially astrology, it can be experienced even faster, so all this argument is invalid.

He might have said that he likes empirical knowledge more, which is good and valid, and maybe this was twisted later because the ignorant thinks that spiritualism can't be empirical because it's just "fantasies".
 
From what I gathered he was skeptical of occult practices and did not put much stock in them. He believed in a more empirical approach to knowledge and saw occultism as lacking a rational foundation. He also disagreed with some of Pythagoras' teachings, such as his belief in the transmigration of souls. Why ?

Hail Satan!
Great question.

Pythagoras might be misconstrued. Aristotle was more of a spiritualist. Aristotle played an important purpose in his lifetime in opposition to rationalists and defense against science discrediting the higher forces. This is just my perspective and what I gather from readily available information.

That might not answer your question BUT…

Pythagoras didn’t invent the Pythagorean theorem, The Babylonians were using Pythagoras' Theorem over 1,000 years before he was born.
 

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