A Superstitious Code

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Japan - Spider

In Japan, there is a popular belief that when you see a spider in the morning, it will bring good luck. On the other hand, it is bad luck to come across a spider during night time.

Cuba - Water

In Cuba, there is a believe that if you leave a glass of water at your bedside overnight and there are bubbles in the glass the next morning, a good chance that you are surrounded by good spirits.

Mexico - Broom

In Mexico, it is believed that if someone accidently sweeps an unmarried woman's shoes with a broom, she will never marry. This is considered as bad luck and should be avoided.

Philippines - Wedding

One should avoid choosing knives and other sharp and pointed objects for wedding gifts as it is believed that this will lead to a broken marriage.

Thailand - Elephant

It is believed that in Thailand, white elephants were rare and not made to work for their upkeep, so a White Elephant is an item that is a non profit expense. Considering the value of space in our homes, items kept as memorabilia could be considered White Elephants. It is usual that a project or building that were not used or left abandoned is called White Elephant.

Thailand - Shoes

According to popular belief, when you buy your new shoes, you have to bite them before you wear them. It it believed that this action will prevent your new shoes from "biting" your feet.

Germany - Ghost

In Germany, there is a superstition belief that when you call out the name of a dead person three times on Christmas Eve, it's like some sort of spell that caused their ghost to appear.