Superstitions... are nothing but persistent errors, foolish beliefs, and irrational fears. Superstitions are infinite in number and scope... It would not do to ignore them altogether, only if we should never forget the weakness and fragility of our minds.

— George Sarton A History of Science Vol.2 Hellenistic Science and Culture in the Last Three Centuries B.C (1959)

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