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Karthik Karunakaran, Ph.D.
Owls are seen as bad omens, and their hooting is believed to foretell misfortune or death
Entering a place with the right foot brings blessings and good luck; entering with the left is reserved for toilets
Opening and closing scissors without cutting anything is thought to bring bad luck
An upside-down shoe or slipper brings discomfort and is believed to be disrespectful or unlucky
Spilling coffee is considered a sign of good luck
Displaying or using the “Khamsa” (Hand of Fatima) wards off evil and bad luck
Saying “Mashallah” after complimenting someone or something protects against the evil eye
Throwing salt on the back of a Cururu toad is believed to have mystical effects
Never take an old broom when moving; buy a new one for the new house
If a bird enters the house, it’s a sign of death
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