Modern society has already passed the era of burning witches at the stake, but there are still many superstitions that people around the world believe in and strictly follow. Do you believe in any of these?
Superstition has always played an important role in shaping cultures and societies. Some people believe they are beliefs nonsense, while others are convinced that such beliefs still exist today important. Some of them superstitions include old wives' tales, urban legends or even scary stories. The world is strange!
Cannibalistic chewing gum in Turkey
In some parts of Turkey, you might think twice before asking for gum. There is a belief that you should not chew gum at night because it is said to bring bad luck. We are supposed to believe this because chewing gum at night has the same meaning as chewing dead flesh.
Whistling in the room
In Lithuania, it is believed that whistling during work summons demons, so it is forbidden there.
Lighter for three cigarettes
From the Crimean War to World War I, soldiers believed that lighting three cigarettes with one match brought bad luck. They believed that during this time, when the third cigarette is lit, the sniper has enough time to aim at the soldier and kill him.
Shoes on the table
In Great Britain, it is believed that shoes on the table symbolize the death of a loved one.
Dog excrement
Stepping on dog excrement will bring you good luck, especially if you step on it with a left nova. In France, it is believed to bring bad luck if you step into the excrement with your right foot.
Don't play with scissors
In Africa, it is believed that playing with scissors brings bad luck.
Knitting outside
If you live in Iceland, it's better to knit indoors. According to local superstition, knitting outside prolongs the winter.
Don't play with Yo-Yo
Syria banned the Yo-Yo in 1933 for fear it would cause drought. The fidget spinner is also prohibited.
Haircuts on Tuesdays
According to Indian legend, cutting hair on Tuesday will bring bad luck.
Goat meat
In Rwanda, women believe that goat meat will cause them to grow facial hair.
Pregnant women
Canadian superstition says that mothers who crave fish but don't eat it will give birth to a baby with a fish head. Koreans, on the other hand, believe that women should not eat asymmetrical food because it is said to cause them to give birth to an ugly child.
Yellow flowers
In Russia, it is believed that giving yellow flowers to friends means that you want to bewitch them with infidelity.
Wednesday
According to the Encyclopedia of Superstitions, the best day to visit the hospital is Wednesday. Monday is for leaving the hospital. The worst day to go is Saturday, because it's supposed to mean you'll come back quickly.
Red clothes
In the Philippines, it is believed that you should not wear red when the weather is bad outside because it is said to attract lightning.
Grapes for the New Year
In Spain, it is believed that on New Year's Eve at midnight you must eat 12 grapes, which are supposed to symbolize good luck.
Shafts in Sweden
In Sweden you have to pay attention to shafts. Stepping on any shaft that has the letter A written on it will bring you heartbreak and bad luck.
Kissing a baby
In Nigeria, legend has it that a child you kiss on the lips will drool for life.
Same word
If you and your friend say the same word at the same time, it means you will never get married, they believe in Italy. To cancel this curse, you must touch noses immediately.
