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Most superstitions have to do with luck. We all have the need to know "what will bring us luck?". What did we do to bring doom crashing on our heads? Was it something we did to bring it upon ourselves? All of the world is superstitious in one way or another...Some just don't admit

it..

Omens and signs indicate what the future might hold. "Red sky at night, sailors delight" indicates a fine day weather wise. "Red sky in the morning, sailors take warning" indicates bad stormy weather. You may cross your fingers for luck, avoid stepping under ladders to avoid bad luck. These actions of a superstitious person are intended to protect them from dangers.

A bird flying into your house or a picture falling from the wall means...A death in the family... If your palm itches you will soon be receiving money..."You liked that one huh"?

I have compiled a list of well known superstitions. Some you may be familiar with while others may be something new to be fearful of.

For example superstition:

OIL

Unlucky

Spilling oil from an oil lamp.

OVEN

Unlucky

Leaving an unused oven completely empty...Store pots or pans in it...

OWL

Unlucky

Seeing an owl in the daytime.
Killing an owl.
An owl on the roof of a house...Death Omen...

PEACOCK

Lucky

A peacock spreading his tail in front of you.

Unlucky

Seeing or hearing a peacock cry.
Feathers from a peacock.

PEARL

Lucky

Only if you bought it for yourself.
If it is given as a gift, give the giver a penny for it.

Unlucky

Brides should never wear pearls.
To be on an engagement...These will bring tears...

PENNY

Lucky

Picking a penny up from the street that is face up.

PIG

Lucky

As a charm or an ornament.

PIGEON

Unlucky

A single pigeon on the roof or chimney...Death Omen...

PIN

Lucky

See a pin pick it up,
And all day you'll have good luck.
See a pin let it lay,
And your luck will pass away.

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