The Distinction Between Valid Astronomy and Deceptive Astrology in Hadiqat al-Haqiqah
In Section 47 of Hadiqat al-Haqiqah, Sanai establishes a clear distinction between valid astronomy (the study of celestial spheres and timekeeping) and deceptive astrology (predicting the future and declaring auspicious or inauspicious times). Grounded in Islamic tradition and prophetic sayings, Sanai argues that while the movements of the stars are real and useful for determining hours, days, and navigation, the claims of astrologers to predict destiny or fate are baseless charlatanry. He satirizes popular astrologers as pretenders who lack true scientific knowledge, contrasting the trickery of popular fortunetellers with the genuine astronomy of Ptolemy.
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