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Knocking on Wood
Ancient people believed spirits lived in trees, and knocking summoned protection.
Breaking a Mirror = 7 Years’ Bad Luck
Romans thought mirrors reflected the soul, and breaking one damaged your fate.
Black Cats Being Bad Luck
In medieval Europe, black cats were linked to witches and dark magic.
Walking Under Ladders
Ancient Egyptians saw triangles (like a ladder against a wall) as sacred shapes—you don’t disturb sacred things!
Opening Umbrellas Indoors
Victorians believed umbrellas opened indoors offended household spirits.
Friday the 13th
Combines fear of the unlucky number 13 with Friday’s bad rep in Christianity.
Lucky Horseshoes
Iron was thought to repel evil, and horseshoes were nailed above doors for protection.
Throwing Salt Over the Shoulder
Spilling salt was unlucky because it was valuable; tossing it backwards distracted evil spirits.
Itchy Palms Mean Money
Old beliefs said itching hands meant incoming fortune—or loss, depending on which hand.
Wishing on a Star
Ancient Greeks believed shooting stars were gods looking down, granting a rare wish.
Blowing Out Birthday Candles
Started in ancient Greece, where people made smoke offerings to gods.
Crossing Fingers for Luck
Early Christians used finger-crossing as a secret way to ask for divine help.
Carrying a Rabbit’s Foot
Rooted in African and Native American traditions, it was believed to channel animal spirits for luck.


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