WHAT IS A SUPERSTITION

Transcrisption WHAT IS SUPERSTITION A superstition is based on myth, magic, or irrational thoughts. They are based in lore or tradition, and it is difficult to determine their exact origin. Superstitions are also known as old wives tales, legends, and traditions, and may involve animals, graveyards, ghosts, inanimate objects, or even other people. Some superstitions are formed from religious beliefs or distorted after years of use. The superstition that it is bad luck to walk under a ladder came from the Christian religion. The ladder, the wall and the ground form a triangle representing the Holy Trinity. Walking through the triangle meant that you were in league with the devil. There are different superstitions from all over the world. In Japan, for example, it is considered bad luck to stick chopsticks straight up in a bowl of rice. To avoid a baby being born with a facial birthmark, pregnant women in India don t go outside during an eclipse. In Taiwan, being a bridesmaid more than twi