Superstitions

you knock on wood because say you say something like iv never broken a bone in my life you would say knock on wood and knock on wood 3 times so you dont jinx your self and break a bone tomarow.

The origin of "knock on wood" is a bit cloudy. It seems to trace back to the European idea of touching wood to ward off bad luck, or acknowledge good luck. The knocking probably stems from the idea of a knocking sound preventing the Devil from hearing unwise statements. The modern American usage began early in the 20th century. There isn't any specific thing to do (you don't have to knock specifically three times as cited above), but the act is common.

It's Taurus:

Aries

Taurus

Gemini

Cancer

Leo

Virgo

Libra

Scorpio

Sagittarius

Capricorn

Aquarius

Pisces

Allow the crystal to ring.

Don't talk while eating!

Superstitious beliefs about menstruation include not washing your hair when menstruating. The superstitions about menstruation are myths and most women live life the same when they are menstruating. Superstitions that you cannot swim or bath during menstruation are false.

I don't think so. These are just superstitions and its not good to believe in superstitions.

in spirituality...bent fingers mean you get to close to a person and they dont like the sudden entake of your presance(not saying they hate you).so meaning you get to close to a peron who doesnt want to get to close to you so soon wants you to stand back....example:you and this person you just met in a store was talking about who-knows-what and you suddenly ask 'whats your last name?' they may not like that...but no worrys...just back off a little k? k

NO

It is neutral

No bad or good luck

That is a lovely thought, but it is only a sweet, sentimental story. Butterflies are insects, and are not used as communications from heaven. However, if you are a person of faith, you know that God - who is in heaven - is both thinking of and watching over you.

no, you're only born in one month on one day. therefore, you cannot have to astrological signs for two different birthdays, unless you were somehow born twice.

Using the term "Christian" and "should" together in the same sentence takes a very good mediator or a very patient audience. Obviously, the correct answer will come from the canon "Christians" claim to believe... the Bible. The Bible speaks very clearly against fear, magic and sorcery. Superstitions are putting your trust in things other than God and therefore could fit under one of these categories. Luck, superstition and the like argue against God's omnipotence. Trust not in the arm of the flesh, or the salt, or the cat, or the coin, but cling to the word of the Lord.

(a more accurate answer)- Christianity IS superstition. Belief in any god is, quite simply, the definition of superstition. Belief in contradictory superstitions, i.e, Christianity and Voodoo may pose problems with one or the other. I guess it comes down to picking your superstition and sticking to it, or accepting that they are all equally wrong.

Yes

Most people put them in there socks(mostly in there right) but I know some people who put them in there underwear! but I perfer the sock I think it DOES bring good luck.

An itching right foot means a journey to familiar place.

An itching left foot means a journey to strange place.

No, but if it is a trick horse then it may not respond as well. also it may not come when called by new name

All numbers in numerology are broken down into single digits: 20 = 2+ 0 = 2. 2 is a number dealing with partnership and cooperation. It also has associations with indecisiveness,

Simply buy an Evil Eye Charm. You can get one at www.LuckyCharmsUSA.com I saw they have a lot to choose from.

Predict, not exactly.

Numerology can show which dates are best, but not predict a YES/NO answer on whether you will conceive or not.

To figure out when is best to try and conceive follow these steps:

1. Add your birth day up Month +Day +Year +Time of day= ______

2. Add these numbers together, until you have only a 1 digit number (1-9).

Example: Feb. 6 1986

2+6+1+9+8+6= 32

3+2=5

3. Now find a date that matches that number.

Example: Born Feb. 6, 1986 =5

Conceive January 9, 2014

(1+5+2+0+1+4= 13

1+3= 4)

So Jan. 4, 2014 is less likely to work.

But Jan. 6, 2014 is better.

(1+6+2+0+1+4= 14

1+4= 5)

So since the birthdate number is 5 and the conception day number is 5 it is a very good match. Of course it does not good if your cycle doesn't also line up with this date, but there's no harm in practicing. I mean practicing the numerology of course!

The falling of a picture of someone who is dearly departed can have several meanings (aside from coincidental falling). One of the reasons being the simple gesture of the spirit letting you know that they are watching over you, so you may know that they are there and they are offering their spiritual protections. Another reason is a warning of something not so good about to happen. It can also be a reminder for you to possibly visit their grave and take a moment to remember them.

Having considered other ordinary explanations - pictures do fall from walls from time to time - it would not be wrong to be alert to other odd occurrences, without becoming obsessed about it. If someone is trying to communicate from the Other Side, you will notice other signs. Otherwise, don't worry about one event.

Not all naturally occurring phenomenon can or should be interpreted as signs or omens. That said there is a widely held superstition that says a picture falling from the wall (with no reason) is a bad omen, possibly of an upcoming death in the household. - however it is said the glass must break for the omen to be true.

It means only that the pictures were not hung properly in the first place. The most likely reason is that the nail was loose that held the picture to the wall. On the other hand, perhaps the nail holding it up has just loosened over time and it fell off.

Perhaps you are experiencing an earthquake! Rush to open areas away from buildings and braking glass, or if indoors go under door frames or strong tables.

To my knowledge the receiving of black gloves has no significant meaning. They may be the favorite of the person receiving them. Perhaps to be worn at a funeral or some other event.

I heard on a show a guy in the mafia killed his boss and they where playing some card game at the time and the boss was dead holding the "Death card"

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Superstitions have inhabited the minds of humankind since we first became self aware. It is the nature of our thinking to find links (no matter how far fetched) between causes and effects. I personally believe this is reflected in the first real question most children learn, "Why". We are not a species comfortable with the concept that "stuff happens" or that we do not have a personal and direct link to the things (great and small) that happen around us. Many a myth, superstition, and spiritual path started this way.

It is stated somewhere in the Bible that Satan ( the devil) is the Prince of the Power of the Air. This could be twisted to condemn aviation and/or radio and TV which travel on the ether waves ( on the air). The idea suggests some sort of atmospheric demons- which might even cause air crashes.

- It is very lucky to meet a chimney sweep by chance. If you make a wish when you see one it will come true. - It is lucky to pass a sweep on your wedding day.

ANSWER #1

They are magnificent creatures even if they are closely related to roaches. I would be thrilled to see one at my doorstep. But it would mean nothing; nothing at all except as it might relate to their habitat, climate change, etc.

ANSWER #2

For various folkloric reasons the praying mantis is considered lucky especially amongst the Chinese. Perhaps you should consider yourself blessed to encounter one on your doorstep. The ancient Chinese admired the praying mantis because of it's "prayer position". The Emperors of China were said to be particularly fond of them. They are extremely good hunters, able to remain motionless for long periods of time to catch just the right prey, indicative of patience. Again, folklore ascribes them with the ability to become invisible and visible at will. Martial arts practitioners consider them a good subject to study because of their body movements and positions.

I have never heard anyone say that seeing an ambulance is unlucky . . . unless, of course, you see it from the inside.

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I have seen them on the inside, and I felt pretty lucky about it...