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Weird Superstitions Of The World
Some of these superstitions that people believe can make you question their sanity, as they are highly questionable. Find out about the weirdest superstitions that people believe around the world.
We all have been hearing many superstitions that have been passed on to generations. Some of us blindly follow them, while a few try to find a reason for the existence of these beliefs, but remain clueless, as most of the times, there are no answers to it.
Here are some of the beliefs that people have across the world and these are the beliefs that people have been believing in and following since years.
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Check out some of the beliefs, as it makes you question their sanity for the existence of such dumb beliefs, which people still believe in!
The Bread Belief!
According to the French people, it is believed that when a loaf of bread is kept upside-down on the table, it will bring hunger and bad luck to both the giver and the recipient as well.
Table Belief!
Wonder who started this rumoured belief! It is said that in Russia, people believe that unmarried people should avoid sitting at the corner of the table! This is because they will find difficulties in finding their life partner or even in getting married.
Roof Tiles Belief!
In Germany, it is believed that if a person is having difficulty while dying, one can ease out the process by lifting up three tiles on the roof (on a lighter note: wondering if the soul is confused on its way to exit!)
White Colour Belief!
If you are in China, then you need to know about this belief, as you might end up hurting people's sentiments. It is believed that the colour white is associated with death/mourning. One needs to avoid sending invitations or flowers which are white in colour as well.
Fire Belief!
In Russia, it is believed that sick animals should be driven through the fires or through the places where the fire has been burned the previous morning!
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Sleep Belief!
In Japan, it is believed that a person will have a short lifespan if he/she sleeps at night with his/her head facing north. But when a person dies, it is customary that the corpses are laid with the head facing north! We're not sure why this is practiced.
Gum Chewing Belief!
In Turkey, you would think twice before whipping out the chewing gum, as people here believe that if a person is chewing gum at night, then he/she is actually rotting dead flesh!
Ringing Bells Belief!
The belief of ringing bells originated during the rule of Queen Elizabeth. This is done for two reasons. One is to ask for prayers of the departed soul, while the other is to drive away the evil spirits that stood at the foot of the bed!
Know of any more such weird beliefs? Then, do share it with us in the comment section below.
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