10 Superstitions About Thursday or the Day of Thor

Thursday is named after the Norse god Thor, the Germanic god Donar. It is known as the day of Jupiter and is associated with thunder. These ancient gods protected humans from evil forces and destruction. While Christianity attempted to wipe out the followers of the ancient religions, those who opposed Christianity’s destructive nature would wear Thor’s hammer as a show of opposition to the cross in the 10th century.

1. Cutting Fingernails

If you cut your fingernails on this day you can expect a happy surprise by the end of the week.

2. Divination

Thursday is the best day of the week for divination.

3. Good Dream

If you have a good dream on Thursday night and tell someone about it on Friday morning, it will come true.

4. Sneeze

A single sneeze on Thursday is a warning to expect company.

5. Courage Spells

Spells for courage and bravery are best performed on this day.

6. Business Ideas

Business ideas that come to you on a Thursday are best sought after.

7. Medicinal Herbs

Among the Anglo-Saxons, medicinal herbs were best if they were gathered on this day.

8. Framing a House

A house framed on Thursday will attract lightning.

9. Fishing

A good day to go fishing. However, give an offering to the water spirits as thanks or misfortune will fall upon you.

10. Babies

Babies born on Thursday will grow up to be strong, hard workers.

Author: StrangeAgo