A culture of superstition is deeply rooted throughout Italy. Some are more skeptical, but when in doubt, they still take steps to address the incident. Others, however, openly profess to being superstitious. Why do we still talk about superstitions today?
Superstition is ingrained in us
La culture of superstition presents significant variations based on the context in which they occur. We will never find unitary versions: both with regards to the number of years of bad luck contributed both for the differentiated practices implemented. What remains unchanged is the act itself, completed accidentally o with awarenessThe custom of superstition was born in theancient Rome and is passed down from generation to generation. Not having been consolidated in written form, it changes over time. The superstition spans centuries and is modified through peasant tradition. our grandparents are the pioneersIn fact, when we have any doubts about the event and the years of bad luck that have followed, they are the first ones we ask for clarification.
And are you superstitious?
From the infamous black cats to the open umbrella in the house, to the falling salt or oil, there is a parallel universe that unites all these elements: the bad luck. Now let's find out the reason why the most well-known superstitions were born. In the Middle Ages the black cats They frightened the advance of horse-drawn carriages at night. This caused countless deaths due to carriages overturning. So much so that during the period of the witches several Popes decided to burn even black cats. Instead, theopen umbrella indoors is synonymous with poverty. Since in case of rain, when there were holes under the ceiling, it was customary to cover them with open umbrellas. The accidental fall of salt and oil They have the same origin. These two elements were precious commodities in ancient civilizations, so much so that they were used as currency. Therefore, dropping salt or oil means squandering one's wealth.
