Science Vs Superstition

superstition vs science debate

Scary stories and supernatural tales are told to discourage risky behavior in children, especially about wandering alone or at night
Associating specific signs, animals, or events (like seeing a black cat or crow) with good or bad omens is common
The legend of Umm Al-Saaf and Al-Leil (the witch in the palm trees) is used to scare children from wandering outside, especially during windy weather
Pinching the bride before the wedding is thought to bring good luck and ward off bad spells
Entering a place with the right foot brings blessings and good luck; entering with the left is reserved for toilets
Displaying or using the “Khamsa” (Hand of Fatima) wards off evil and bad luck
The number 13 is both lucky and unlucky, depending on who you ask
Asking Saint Longinus (São Longuinho) for help finding lost objects, then jumping three times in thanks
Cutting your hair according to the moon phase affects its growth
Wearing white on New Year’s Eve brings peace for the coming year