Michel de Nostredame, more commonly known as Nostradamus, was born on 14 December 1503, although some reports say he was born one week later. He was a well-educated man, studying mathematics, philosophy, astrology and medicine. Using his skills in astrology, Nostradamus wrote a series of books, consisting of "quatrains", which were purported to be prophecies … Continue reading December 14, 1503 – Physician, philosopher and seer, Nostradamus, is born