7 Indian Superstitions And The Theories Behind Them

03 February 24

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Hanging Lemon And 7 Green Chilies At Doors

Goddess Alakshami is supposed to bring bad luck to houses and businesses, but since she enjoys hot and sour foods, she can sate her appetite and leave without going inside.

If A Black Cat Crosses Your Path, It's A Bad Omen

It makes sense that the superstition surrounding crossing their paths developed, given the belief that witches and the devil could appear as black cats in medieval Europe.

Breaking Mirror Brings Bad Luck

According to Roman belief, a life can regenerate itself every seven years. Thus, the image of a sick person will shatter the mirror, and seven years later, his life returns and he will be well.

Twitching Of The Eye Is Inauspicious

Different superstitions exist in different cultures. In certain cultures, it is regarded as bad luck, while in others, it is luck. There are gender-based differences as well.

Removing Evil Eye (Nazar Utarana)

A victim of the evil eye may suffer serious consequences. A black mark on a child's forehead is supposed to make them appear unattractive to evil forces, keeping them safe.

Do Not Sweep After Sunset

Sweeping your property after sunset will keep the goddess Lakshmi away, as it is believed that she usually makes her appearance after sunset.

Don't Go Near A Peepal Tree In The Night

Ghosts have been known to hover around peepal trees, and if you sleep near one at night, the ghosts will kill you.

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