The strange and specific origins of our most common superstitions
In short: Why do we fear the number 13 or avoid opening umbrellas indoors? This video explores the peculiar histories behind the rituals and fears that shape our daily lives.
Stuart Vyse examines the roots of familiar superstitions, such as the dread of black cats and the avoidance of the number 13. The lesson investigates the specific, often unusual, origins that gave rise to these widespread cultural beliefs.
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