“auguries” — Mythoi

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Auguries from movement of animal. (Cf. B563.) D1812.5.0.8.1
How the tail pointed. One who believes in auguries asks peasant woman if she has seen a bird. "Yes, a crow." And in what direction was his tail pointing?" Answer: "Toward the rear!" J1305
Oracles and auguries from holy well. V134.1