This shows you the differences between two versions of the page.
Both sides previous revision Previous revision Next revision | Previous revision | ||
superstitions [2021/08/11 08:13] aga |
superstitions [2022/09/28 02:20] (current) aga |
||
---|---|---|---|
Line 1: | Line 1: | ||
====== Superstitions ====== | ====== Superstitions ====== | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== Passing under a ladder brings bad luck ==== | ||
+ | First of all, it is not a good idea, because it is always possible for the person standing on it to drop something on us, or the ladder itself may fold up. The source of this superstition may be the fact that the unfolded ladder standing on the ground forms the symbol of a triangle, which has been the symbol of the Holy Trinity since the beginning of Christianity. Passing through this symbol was considered a sin because it could weaken faith and release evil forces. Before the invention of the gallows, condemned people were executed by, among other things, hanging them from the top rungs of a ladder. Many people believed that the spirit of the deceased thus circulated under the unfolded ladder, so it was better to avoid passing under it. [([[https:// | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== No kissing lips ==== | ||
+ | In Nigeria, you don't kiss a child on the lips because it is believed that the child will drool in adulthood. [([[https:// | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== A black cat crossing the road brings bad luck ==== | ||
+ | This is one of the most popular superstitions, | ||
==== Empty bucket ==== | ==== Empty bucket ==== | ||
In Russia, seeing a person carrying an empty bucket brings bad luck. The superstition arose because Tsar Alexander II was killed by someone with an empty bucket. [([[https:// | In Russia, seeing a person carrying an empty bucket brings bad luck. The superstition arose because Tsar Alexander II was killed by someone with an empty bucket. [([[https:// | ||
- | ==== Broken plates | + | ==== Newcomer' |
- | Danes collect broken plates and on New Year's Eve throw their pieces at the houses | + | A superstition particularly popular in the world of sports or games is when it seems to us that those who are just starting to play something win, although they have no idea about the games. Perhaps the explanation for such cases could be that a person who is doing something for the first time is not so stressed |
+ | |||
+ | ==== When you spill salt, you need to spill it over your left shoulder ==== | ||
+ | Salt has for centuries been considered a tool to fight evil forces. Throwing it over the left shoulder with the right hand is supposed to create a magical barrier to protect us from evil. In fact, better protection will come from sweeping up the spilled salt later, because if we slip on it, we can actually hurt ourselves. [([[https:// | ||
==== Opening and closing scissors ==== | ==== Opening and closing scissors ==== | ||
- | Opening and closing scissors | + | Opening and closing scissors |
- | ==== No kissing lips ==== | + | ==== Unlucky 13 ==== |
- | In Nigeria, you don't kiss a child on the lips because | + | This number in many countries has bad press and is often considered to bring bad luck. And the worst luck is supposed to be brought by Friday the 13th. This belief dates back to Antiquity when the number 12 was considered perfect and orderly (hence, for example, the popular dozen, or 12). In turn, the following number 13 was called the "devil's dozen," |
+ | |||
+ | ==== Crossed fingers are supposed to bring good luck ==== | ||
+ | Where did this superstition come from? It used to be believed that bad luck is trapped at the point where two fingers are joined, so if we cross them, this way we will prevent evil from escaping and make our wishes come true. [([[https:// | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== Knock on wood ==== | ||
+ | Who among us has not " | ||
==== No clipping on Saturday ==== | ==== No clipping on Saturday ==== | ||
In India, it is believed that clipping nails on Tuesdays, Saturdays, or at night is bad luck. [([[https:// | In India, it is believed that clipping nails on Tuesdays, Saturdays, or at night is bad luck. [([[https:// | ||
- | {{tag> | + | ==== Opening an umbrella indoors brings bad luck ==== |
+ | This belief has to do with early religions in which the Sun was worshipped as a deity. It was believed that opening an umbrella in an enclosed room or in a direction other than the Sun caused offense to that deity. The only unpleasantness this behavior could contribute to would be hitting someone standing in the same room with an unfolded umbrella. [([[https:// | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== Rabbit' | ||
+ | Considered a talisman, the paw (artificial - let's not use a real one!) in the form of, for example, a key ring is supposed to bring good luck to its bearer. The belief in this can be traced back to the beliefs of Celtic tribes, who believed that because rabbits spend a lot of time underground, | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== Broken plates ==== | ||
+ | Danes collect broken plates and on New Year's Eve throw their pieces at the houses of their neighbors and families. It is supposed to bring luck and friendship. [([[https:// | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==== Saying "bless you!" after sneezing protects from evil ==== | ||
+ | Nowadays it's practically a reflex: whenever we hear someone sneeze, we almost immediately wish them " | ||
+ | |||
+ | |||
+ | {{tag> |