[197] In her extreme latitude, whether north or south.
[198] Της ιερας νοσου; literally, “the holy disease,” which authors have explained to mean epilepsy. Perhaps the disease was anciently called holy, because the patient, when possessed by the fit, seemed to be under the influence of some supernatural agency.
[199] That is to say, in the commencement of her separation from the aspect or conjunction of such stars.
[200] The Greek is μεταμελητικους, which means “penitent,” or “prone to repentance,” or “to subsequent regret.” It is difficult to convey its precise meaning in the text.
[201] [Vide Chapter XXVI, Book I].
[202] That of Mercury, and that of the Moon.
[203] This seems to imply, if well placed in elevation; as, in the mid-heaven, for instance, or in a conspicuous situation; and in possession of dignities.
[204] Or, persons: the Greek is φιλοσωματους.
[205] Or, persons: μισοσωματονς.
[206] Πρσς μιξιν θηλειων και αρρενων διακειμενσυς.