Why you shouldn't open an umbrella in the house: understanding folk signs
An umbrella is a useful accessory that protects us from rain and sun. But did you know that opening an umbrella in the house is considered a bad omen? Where did this superstition come from and what does it promise?
There are several versions of the origin of this sign. One of them says that in Ancient Rome, umbrellas were used to protect from the sun, which was a symbol of the god Apollo. By opening an umbrella in the house, a person showed his disrespect for the god and caused his anger.
Another version is that in the old days umbrellas were made of expensive materials, umbrellas had sharp metal spokes. Opening an umbrella in the house, a person risked getting hurt or breaking something. In addition, an umbrella took up a lot of space and interfered with movement.
Another version says that opening an umbrella in the house is a sign of poverty and need. After all, this is what poor people did when their roofs were leaking and they could not afford repairs. Thus, a person attracted poverty and failure to himself.
What does this sign promise to a modern person? According to various sources, by opening an umbrella in the house, a person can:
- start a series of unfortunate events;
- catch a disease;
- lose a lot of money;
- make the brownie angry;
- disturb the harmony in the home.
Whether or not to believe in this sign is up to everyone. But if you want to avoid trouble, it is better to follow the basic rules of storing and using an umbrella.
Do not open it in the house, do not give it away without a reason, do not lend it to other people and do not lose it.
This way you will extend the life of your umbrella and protect yourself from negative consequences.
