did you bring your superstitions to north cyprus?

pc4854


Joined: 23/08/2009
Posts: 243

Message Posted:
18/06/2011 10:29

I was just wondering why the Brit's are so superstitious. You must have heard people saying something and then add "Touch wood". You must have seen people veer around a ladder rather than walk below, maybe quite sensible. What of the people who spill salt and throw a pinch over their left shoulder to avoid bad luck. Why is a single magpie a bad omen? Are you on the alert for black cats crossing your path? I just wonder WHY? The ladder is reasonable, if someone is up it they may drop something on your head, the black cat maybe a throw back to witches and witchcraft but why would touching a piece of wood help? Should it be a particular type of wood? I am sitting next to a piece of Japanese Oak, so I'll just touch it before I post - Just in case!!

ClaireCat44



Joined: 17/09/2008
Posts: 739

Message Posted:
18/06/2011 10:54

In England, a black cat crossing in front of you is considered lucky, the opposite of in this part of the world! The one thing that I bought with me from Turkey is never put your handbag directly on the ground, or else all your money will run away! That is why mine is always on a chair! (It seems to be true, by the way)

Suffolk



Joined: 31/08/2008
Posts: 222

Message Posted:
18/06/2011 18:38

Haven't necessarily brought them with us but have a few Nazar Boncugu's (evil eye - blue beads) around the place - just in case !!!

lionel


Joined: 21/04/2011
Posts: 179

Message Posted:
20/06/2011 00:36

horses for courses..every country has silly superstitions!! not just the Brits

CyprusBrad


Joined: 17/06/2011
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
20/06/2011 06:39

Msg 2



Friend found out another reason not to put her handbag on the floor! Mouse jumped into it!



I always touch wood, not sure why or when it started, just do it without thinking now!