Is Friday the 13th really unlucky?

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For generations, Friday the 13th has been wrought with negative speculation. Those whom suffer from a fear of the number 13, or a fear of Friday the 13th may become paralyzed with fear and choose to stay in a safe space that day.

There are a multitude of reasons as to why Friday the 13th is known as an unlucky day. In the Christian faith, Fridays are connected to significant events in the Bible. For example, the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ is said to have taken place on Friday the 13th. Eve offering an apple to Adam is said to have taken place on a Friday (pure speculation by the way). The Great Flood is also said to have taken place on a Friday.
Connecting Friday to bad luck began showing up in literature in the mid-17th century. Superstitions associated with Friday the 13th really increased around the beginning of the 19th century. Individuals tended to abstain from writing letters, venturing into new business endeavors, and some held off on medical treatment until the next day.

Other activities avoided on Friday the 13th, include:
-Embarking on a journey
-Fishing
-Harvesting
-Moving
-Getting married
-Having a baby

In some eastern countries, the number 13, and Friday the 13th are not considered unlucky at all. In fact, there is no superstition surrounding Friday the 13th at all.

So, is Friday the 13th actually unlucky?

It depends on how you look at it. If you go about your day in fear of something bad happening, badness will probably happen. If you embrace the day with positive energy, it will be a good day. Sure, bad things may have happened on a Friday the 13th, but I personally think it is just a coincidence.

So, don't be afraid of that 13 on your Friday. It's Friday! Finish your work day and go celebrate. Weekend is here!

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