Believe it or not: Omens and Superstitions - According to the British, it i- Navbharat Times Photodhamal

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According to the British, it is believed that if dung is placed around a house, it brings good luck. In India, people use it to ward off ghosts as cows are considered sacred animal

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Egyptians believe cats bring good luck as they are looked upon as Gods. In most countries, black cats are considered lucky. If they cross the path, one must make a wish. And if the cat arrives home, it is believed that money will come shortly. However, in America and India, black cats are considered unlucky. If a cat crosses the road, one must go three steps back to undo bad luck.

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Egyptians and Roman believed that giving chocolate eggs to children was a symbol of continuing life.

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Yorkshire people throw a hairy caterpillar over their left shoulder to bring good luck.

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Killing a frog brings bad luck. It is believed that the dead frog will possess the soul of a boy or girl who died in childhood. A frog croaking during the day is an omen of rain, and if it comes in the house, it brings good luck.

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