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 These, and divers other like things, happen to mankind according to the different ages and courses of the moon, which has a great influence upon all human bodies.

I will, therefore, for the advantage and benefit of my readers, treat a little more distinctly of the powers and influences of the heavenly bodies, as they are laid down by ancient and modern astrologers, who have written upon that subject more largely.

The child born on Sunday shall be of a long life and obtain riches.

On Monday. Weak and of an effeminate temper, which seldom brings a man to honour.

On Tuesday. Worse, though he may with extraordinary violence, conquer the inordinate desires to which he will be subject, still he will be in danger of dying by violence, if he has not great precaution.

On Wednesday. Shall be given to the study of learning, and shall profit thereby.

On Thursday. He shall arrive at great honour and dignity.

On Friday. He shall be of a strong constitution, and perhaps lecherous.

On Saturday. This is another bad day, nevertheless the child may come to good, though it be but seldom; but most children born on this day are of a heavy, dull, and dogged disposition.

There are certain days in the year which it concerns all persons to know, because they are so