9 Strange Money Superstitions To Bring Wealth
Money, a universal need for everyone, comes with its fair share of superstitions around the world. These intriguing beliefs in financial luck have been passed down through generations, influencing various cultures. Here are some unusual money superstitions to bring wealth, and you might be surprised at how they differ from what you already know.
1. Placing Your Purse on the Floor
According to Feng Shui, placing your purse on the floor is considered bad luck as it signifies a lack of value for your money. Aside from the superstition, it's also practical to avoid placing your purse on dirty floors filled with germs.
2. Left Hand Itching Superstition
An age-old superstition suggests that an itching left palm signifies money coming your way, while an itching right palm indicates money going out. Interestingly, the superstitious meaning of itchy palms varies among individuals. Some even associate it with winning the lottery. To enhance your luck, you can try having someone scratch your palm with their opposite hand or rubbing it on wood.
3. Bird Poop is Good Luck
Despite the unpleasant circumstance, some cultures consider it fortunate to be "blessed" with bird droppings. It is believed that this occurrence brings wealth from above, signifying good fortune.
4. Penny on the Floor
The saying "Find a penny, pick it up, all day long you'll have good luck" portrays the superstition around picking up face-up found coins, presumably bringing good luck. Conversely, if a coin is found showing tails-up, it is considered bad luck and should be left on the ground.
5. Money Spiders
In certain places like the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and Portugal, money spiders are believed to herald prosperity. If a money spider runs towards you, it signifies the weaving of new clothes, symbolizing financial fortune. Some individuals even believe that capturing the spider and putting it in your pocket attracts wealth.
6. Coins Placed on the Eyes of the Deceased
In Greek mythology, a practice was born from the belief that placing coins on the eyes of the deceased ensured their safe passage into the afterlife. It was believed that one had to pay the boatman, Charon, to ferry them across the river Styx.
7. New Year Money Superstitions
Several New Year's traditions aim to bring prosperity for the upcoming year. To ensure a prosperous start, some beliefs include avoiding any unpaid debts, holding money or filling your wallet as the new year begins. Additionally, consuming green foods is said to represent wealth and having fully-stocked cupboards avoids financial struggle throughout the year.
8. The Number 8
Asian cultures such as those in Japan and China have a strong belief in the luck associated with the number 8. In China, the word for 8 sounds like the word for "wealth," while in Japan, the visual representation of 8 symbolizes the gradual expansion of prosperity. Incorporating the number 8 in decorations, license plates, telephone numbers, or addresses is believed to bring good fortune.
9. Money Attracts Money
The belief that having money attracts more money is a common superstition. Hence, it is advised not to completely empty your purse or wallet. Even when giving them as gifts, filling them with a small amount of money is considered a way to bestow financial fortune to the recipient.
These superstitions may seem strange to some, but they hold great significance in diverse cultures around the globe. Whether you personally believe in these beliefs or find them intriguing, they provide an interesting insight into the fascinating world of money superstitions.
Earlier, SSP wrote about the superstition about waking up on the wrong side of the bed.
