Question

why does the astrologer lie to the stranger that the man he is looking for has long been dead​

Answer 1

Answer:

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Explanation:

The astrologer's inside knowledge provided him an opportunity to save his own life. He lied to the man by telling him that the murderer died "four months ago in a far-off town." The astrologer reassures the man that he can have his revenge in the next life.