The rise in interest in divination during the Covid pandemic was driven by a desire for alternative sources of personal guidance amidst uncertainty.
David Zeitlyn highlights that questions directed towards divination often focus on seeking guidance for personal issues rather than simply predicting the future.
The exhibition at Oxford's Bodleian Libraries, titled 'Oracles, Omens and Answers', sheds light on historical and contemporary practices of divination around the world.
Dr. Michelle Aroney's research into medieval astrology resonates with David Zeitlyn's experiences in spider divination, revealing a common human search for advice on personal matters.
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