Here's another installment of rationality quotes. The usual rules apply:
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Observing the sky is good and productive science. Perhaps he meant that as an emperor (or responsible senator, etc) he should not have been drawn into a serious scientific or philosophical career, but for those who can afford the time and effort, it's a fine pursuit.
I was told that that part was actually a reference to astrology.