Superstitious

Are you superstitious?  What does that mean anyway?  As defined in the dictionary, superstition is the belief in supernatural causality -- that one event causes another without any natural process linking the two events -- such as astrology and certain aspects linked to religion, like omens, witchcraft, and prophecies, that contradict natural.  (Wikipedia)  So where does Friday the 13th fit in to all this?  In the ancient world, the number twelve was considered the perfect number.  As a result, thirteen was considered lacking and unusual.  Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus, was the 13th guest at the Lord's Supper in the Upper Room.  Loki was the 13th guest at the party of the gods in Valhalla.  His presence upset the other twelve gods.  Many people, it may surprise you to discover, hold to the unluckiness of the number.  They often stay at home and dare not venture out in public.  Many refuse to travel, get married, or any number of activities on this perceived ill-fated day.  Thankfully for them there are very few of these days in any given year.  (Maybe two or three at most.)  I personally do not believe in superstition or luck.  A former acquaintance once defined luck as when preparation and hard work meet opportunity.  This may sound rather noble, but I still place my faith in an all-knowing, strong, and ever-present God who reigns supremely on the throne.  He is the uncontested King of Heaven and of all creation.  Nothing takes Him by surprise.  Luck?  Supernatural forces at work unbeknownst to God?  Not a chance!  Don't give any legitimacy to this often ill-fated day.  Instead, place your life and faith in the Hands of God.  He will never lose you.  Have a happy Friday the 13th.

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