15 Weird Superstitions Around the World
9. In the medieval times, when churches ruled, and there was great fear of the devil, the superstition of walking beneath a ladder bringing bad luck originated. This was because the Christians thought that a leaning ladder against a wall formed a triangle which is the devil’s shape, and thus walking under it would violate the Holy Trinity, making you a devil’s companion.
10. English people of the medieval era felt that killing a ladybird was a sin as the bug was a symbol of Virgin Mary.
11. Ancient Egyptians would put on heavy eye makeup because they thought it would ward off the evil from entering them through their eyes.
12. If you whistle at night in Japan, a snake or a ghost could attack you (no we are not saying this, it’s a popular superstition in the country).
13. While on the topic of Japanese superstitions, here’s another funny one. You will have good luck if the green tea stalk in your cup of green tea floats vertically.
14. In India, it’s believed that if your palms feel itchy, you will soon get money.
15. Not too long ago, a lot of southern Italians believed that putting a knife on the door frame will keep out the evil spirits.
