Category: H

12 Nov, 2023

Hair Superstitions

Weathering the Mane An Uncovered Bald Head and Rain Ever heard that an uncovered bald head will bring rain? This superstition suggests a curious connection between the state of your hairline and the weather....

28 Oct, 2015

Halloween Superstitions and Origins

Halloween derives its name from the fact that in the Christian calendar it occurs the day before ‘All Saints’ or All Hallows’ Day. It was the last night of the old year according to...

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27 Oct, 2015

Hare-lip or Cleft Palate

If a pregnant woman meets a hare, the baby will have a hare-lip or cleft palate. The fear inspired by such an encounter was heightened by the idea that the hare might not be...

13 Feb, 2013

Horseshoe Superstitions, Good Luck Up and Down

Horseshoe superstitions cover all kinds of beliefs from protecting against evil spirits to enhancing good luck and have spanned centuries and cultures. Here are some of the tales and traditions surrounding this iconic symbol....

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1 Jan, 2012

Hawks

The hawk is considered a messenger, protector and visionary. Keen vision is one of its greatest gifts. Hawks see things others miss. The hawk comes to you indicating that you are now awakening to...

H / T

7 Feb, 2010

Test

In Korea, on the day when you have a big test, you are not supposed to wash your hair. People believe when they wash their hair, their memories are cleaned by the water. Consequently,...

27 Oct, 2009

Hiccups

Ukrainians believe that if you have the hiccups, someone is thinking of you. If you are having hiccups, your true love is thinking of you. Reader Submitted by Bonny F. Ottawa, IL Cures: Take...

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26 Oct, 2009

Fingers and Hands

Fingers Crossed: By making the sign of the Christian faith with our fingers, evil spirits would be prevented from destroying our chances of good fortune. If you cross your fingers when you make a...