Johannes Kepler Quotes

A mind is accustomed to mathematical deduction, when confronted with the faulty foundations of astrology, resists a long, long time, like an obstinate mule, until compelled by beating and curses to put its foot into that dirty puddle.

Johannes Kepler

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  Johannes Kepler
  • Mathematical
  • Accustomed
  • Deduction