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The History and Superstitions of Ladders
28:16 - 34:32 (06:15)
Some cultures view ladders as a symbol of good luck, while others believe that walking under one could bring bad luck. The superstition against walking under a ladder may have originated from a fear of real-world dangers that come with a tall ladder rather than from any supernatural beliefs.
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ChapterThe History and Superstitions of Ladders
EpisodeThe Origins of Some Everyday Superstitions
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ChapterThe History and Superstitions of Ladders
EpisodeThe Origins of Some Everyday Superstitions
PodcastStuff You Should Know
This podcast episode explores the origins of ladders and how the ancient Egyptians believed walking under them could result in seeing a god going up or down the ladder.
32:15 - 34:32 (02:16)
Summary
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