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Monday, March 09, 2015

13 superstitions and their origins

BLACK CATS

Black cats have long been seen in Western cultures as an omen of bad luck — they have long been associated with witches, and many cultures believe that a black cat crossing your path means you will suffer disaster or even death. Gamblers are especially fearful of the black cat curse — many of them believe that if they see a black cat while going to a casino, they should abandon their plans to gamble there. However, it's not all bad news for the black cats; in some cultures, including in Japan, Great Britain and Ireland, the opposite is true, and black cats are seen as bringers of good luck.

What's the origin of fearing Friday the 13th? From the curse of black cats to the fear of the number 666, we explain where 13 of the most common superstitions come from.

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