Why is the number 13 so unlucky?
Superstitions have been a part of our everyday life since the beginning of time. The basis for these beliefs has its source in fear. They’ve been with us since the dawn of time, and although they’ve undergone many changes they remain with us today. And there’s no sign of them dying out any time soon. Superstitions are not based on rationale and practical thought. They’ve evolved from ancient religious or supernatural genres, a huge resource that includes belief in specific events (Halloween), apparitions (vampires, werewolves and ghosts), charms and incantations (salt over the shoulder, avoiding pavement cracks) and predicting the future (horoscopes, palm reading). Another famous superstition revolves around the number 13, with the date being an inspiration for a series of horror films entitled Friday the 13th. There are many different stories that have evolved to give this date its notoriety, among them: * The biblical reference to the Last Supper, with Judas betraying Jesus. He was t
