
The Strange Origins of Popular Superstitions
TheThinkingAtheist
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How Common Is a Four Leafed Clover?
The three leaves of the clover are associated with the holy trinity, the father, the son and the ghost. This was during the fifth century when saint patrick tried to convert the irish to christianity. The plants were said to ward off demons and witches. Kids were told clovers might help them to see fairies. People still freak out about opening an umbrella indoors.
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