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Superstitions in Belarus
Superstitions are a part of many cultures and nations, and Belarus is no exception. And although a lot of them go way back and used to have at least some rational basis, most superstitions are now obviously no longer relevant. Yet people adhere to them like sacred commandments. For example, almost every child is careful never to whistle in the house - that blows all your money away! And don’t ever pass things over a threshold - that means instant trouble! Or how about this very special one for the unmarried ladies - don’t sit at the corner of a table, or you won’t be able to get married for at least another 7 years! One rather typical Belarusian superstition is the well-known Ruchniks - narrow cloths embroidered in red on white - which have long been thought to have protective qualities, like amulets against evil. You can buy a Ruchnik as a cloth (to cover bread), a towel or a scarf and walk safely through the streets. Another very commonly used superstition is the ‘...
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