Beware of black cats and bad luck this week, Friday the 13th is almost here.
Friday is the last Friday the 13th of the year, a time for superstitions and creepy fears. Here’s what you need to know.
What does Friday the 13th mean?
Friday the 13th is considered an unlucky day by many, based on superstitious beliefs.
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When is Friday the 13th in December 2024?
The last Friday the 13th of 2024 is December 13.
How many Friday the 13th have there been in 2024?
There are two Friday the 13ths in 2024: September 13 and December 13.
What is the origin of Friday the 13th superstition?
Friday the 13th superstition goes back centuries in Western culture, including roots in Christianity, with the number 13 predicting bad things or disturbing the balance, according to History.com.
One Christian reference is the Last Supper, where the 13th guest, Judas Iscariot, is present before he betrays Jesus Christ.
Scandinavian folklore contains a similar story about Loki, a troublesome god, who arrives as the 13th guest at a dinner party.
How do people usually celebrate Friday the 13th?
For those wary of bad luck on Friday the 13th, here are some common practices they can follow to avoid bad luck on that day:
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Break clear, untinted glass
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Prevent cracks in the sidewalk
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Carry an acorn in their pocket
When is next Friday the 13th?
The next Friday the 13th is June 13, 2025.
Contact Jenna Prestininzi: jprestininzi@freepress.com.
This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Everything you need to know about the 2024 Friday the 13th finale
