The true prophecies or prognostications of Michael Nostradamus, physician to Henry II. Francis II. and Charles IX. Kings of France, and one of the best astronomers that ever were. / A work full of curiosity and learning. Translated and commented by Theophilus de Garencieres, Doctor in Physick Colleg. Lond.

by Nostradamus

This is easie to be understood, if we remember that Charles IX. King of France, younger son to Henry II. died of a foul disease, and his Mother Catharine of Medicis died of grief.

VIII.

French.

La grand Cité dassaut prompt repentin

Surpris de nuit, gardes interrompus,

Les Excubies & veilles Saint Quentin,

Trucidez gardes, & les Portails rompus.

English.

The great City shall be taken by a sudden assault,

Being surprised by night, the Watch being beaten,