New year, old fears. Among the panicked predictions for 2024, a familiar name echoed - Nostradamus. The 16th-century French-Jewish physician and astrologer, whose hidden verses haunted history, seemed to foresee this tragedy.
7.5 on the Richter scale. The first day of 2024 quake in Japan, Photo: Reuters
Nostradamus, whose full name was Michel de Nostradamme, is best known for his book Les Prophéties (Prophecies), published in 1555, with prophetic information and references to expected events up to 3797. The prophecies, which he wrote in the form of 'squares' - four-line verses - were often vague and open to interpretation, leading to various theories about their meanings. But since astrology was very popular at this time, the book was very popular.
Many people believe that Nostradamus predicted significant historical events, including the rise of Hitler, the French Revolution, the September 11 attacks, and the COVID-<> pandemic, although these interpretations are often considered speculative and generally unacceptable. However, many believe he had a mystical ability of mystical foresight for the future. Regardless of the controversy surrounding his prophecies, Nostradamus remains a fascinating historical figure whose legacy continues to fascinate those interested in mysticism and predictions.
The earthquake, which occurred at 16:10 p.m. Japanese time in Ishikawa Prefecture on the west coast of the Land of the Sun, was 7.5 on the Richter scale. It created a tsunami along the Sea of Japan and a large number of aftershocks that struck the region. The earthquake occurred when Japan marked New Year's Day, a public holiday when many were in their homes. At least 84 people died and hundreds were injured.
But is this a chilling prophecy fulfilled, or just a case of vague statements that have found strange parallels in real-world events? Skeptics argue that Nostradamus' verses are vague and subject to different interpretations similar to ink stains in the Rorschach test, where everyone can see what they want to see.
Another oil was added to the fire, with another 'herald' appearing a few months before the earthquake. Divers in Taiwan have discovered an injured giant paddlefish, nicknamed the 'doomsday fish' because of its association with seismological disturbances. In Japanese mythology, the appearance of this mythical creature from the depths supposedly indicates approaching tremors.
However, scientists as usual are left with their feet on the ground in reality. They argue that earthquake prediction in goofy prophecies is nothing but folklore that serves no practical purpose. Regarding the Doomsday Fish observation, it is claimed that it may cause chills, but it lacks any scientific basis as a reliable predictor of earthquakes.
There will always be those who are attracted to the supernatural and mysterious, Photo: @atlascompany / Freepik
Despite the lack of scientific backing, some find it difficult to resist the temptation of the supernatural and mysterious. One thing for them is undeniable: a prediction made or a brutal twist of fate, the earthquake in Japan is a wake-up call. It reminds us of the fragility of our lives and the importance of preparedness in the face of unforeseen disasters. Although we may never truly know whether Nostradamus held the key to this tragedy, perhaps the true prophecy lies in building the resilience of scientific backing to confront the unexpected forces of nature.
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