Superstitions

    Random Superstitions

    There are 26 Superstitions!

    Two people breaking a wishbone is said to lead to good luck for the person with the larger piece.
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    It is bad luck to put new shoes on a bed (or a table) (comes from the tradition of dressing a corpse in new clothes and shoes and laying them out so everyone can give their respects) - (UK)
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    Pirates believed that piercing the ears with such precious metals as silver and gold improved one's eyesight.
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    The superstitious symbolism of a black cat crossing one's path is dependent upon culture: some cultures consider this a sign of impending bad luck, while some cultures consider this a sign of impending good luck.
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    An acorn should be carried to bring luck and ensure a long life.
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    Amber beads, worn as a necklace, can protect against illness or cure colds.
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    In some parts of England, rum is used to wash a baby's head for good luck.
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    Before traveling a person should, apparently, sit on their luggage. (Russian)
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