Lucky 13

Lucky 13 artwork I created for this post.

Hello my Freaky Darlings!

Happy 13th of November!

So, is thirteen really a lucky number? The number 13 has been wrapped in superstition for generations, frequently being associated with bad luck. But where did these beliefs come from? 🤔

The origin of the unlucky thirteen is often traced to both Christian and Norse mythologies. At the Last Supper on Good Friday, Judas Iscariot, the apostle who betrayed Jesus, was the thirteenth guest to arrive. Likewise, the god Loki was the thirteenth guest at the feast of Valhalla. After arriving, he tricked another guest into killing the god Baldur.

Despite its negative image however, 13 is an important number in many cultures and has even been regarded as a good health and strength symbol by some. In France, prior to World War I, 13 was considered lucky and was used as a symbol of good luck on charms and postcards. Thirteen is also considered lucky in Italy where it’s thought to bring prosperity and good fortune, especially when it comes to gambling. The same is true in Spain. In Egypt, it’s associated with prosperity and blessings.

Although many countries have a negative reaction to the number thirteen, quite a few have mixed feelings about it, and many simply view the number as ordinary and free of any superstition.

What about you? Are you superstitious?

Look over there! 👉 It's the speed art video of the picture I created for this journal post! Have a watch, like-share-subscribe-usual YouTube stuff. Leave a comment about your thoughts on the drawing and your feelings about the number 13.

Until next time! Have a lucky 13th November!

Blessed Be and much love,

Emily xxx