Nostradamus and his predictions: three interpretations that some relate to the near future.

• metaphorical

• often translated differently

• easy to reinterpret after events occur.

This phenomenon is sometimes called retroactive prophecy—people matching vague texts to real events afterward.

 In short:
Three commonly cited “future” interpretations are:

1. A large global war.

2. Major climate disasters.

3. Political upheaval in Europe.

But none are confirmed predictions, and many experts view them as examples of how ambiguous texts can be adapted to fit almost any era.