In modern society, superstition is no longer important. But it is these little beliefs that have played an important role in the formation of our culture and society. Almost every nationality has a list of its own superstitions, the observance of which guarantees the owner protection from misfortune, lack of money and the evil eye. We have collected some of the most amazing superstitions from around the world.
Cannibal gum
In some regions of Turkey, the traveler is better off thinking twice before putting a piece of regular gum into his mouth. It is believed here that gum turns into human flesh at night.
Horseshoe for luck
Many people believe that an ordinary horseshoe can bring good luck to the house. This superstition has rather deep roots: the horseshoe is made of iron, a metal that scares away demons, and there are seven holes in it - a lucky number.
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Black cat
Black cats have not been liked since the Middle Ages. Then it was believed that it was such animals that witches and sorcerers chose as henchmen.
Crossed fingers
We often cross our fingers before an important event - for good luck. This belief appeared during the persecution of the early Christians. The adherents of the religion crossed their fingers in search of like-minded people.
Umbrella in the house
It is considered a bad omen to open an umbrella in the house - so, they say, we lure bad weather on our loved ones. This belief came to the world from the East, where umbrellas were more often used to protect from the sun. Opening an umbrella in the house meant defying the sun god.
Rabbit foot
According to superstitions, the roots of which can be traced back to the 7th century BC, the left leg of the rabbit brings good luck to the owner. True, now almost no one performs the complete ritual: supernatural luck is bestowed only by the foot of a rabbit killed in a cemetery with a full moon.
Knock on wood
The requirement to knock on wood in defense of the evil eye also has deep mystical roots. Our ancestors believed that trees are inhabited by good spirits, and knocking can attract their attention to help them hunt.