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I would disagree about seeing two magpies. I was brought up on
‘One for sorrow
Two for joy
Three for a girl
Four for a boy
Five for silver
Six for gold seven for a secret that’s never been told.’
We have a magpie family nearby and can see up to five at a time
anne
On Behalf Of Roberto Labanti
Sent: 22 July 2018 21:26
Subject: Re: [M-R] Crossed Fingers
medieval-religion: Scholarly discussions of medieval religion and culture
Hi Stephen, all.
Roud, Steve (2003). The Penguin Guide to the Superstitions of Britain and Ireland. London: Penguin Books ad vocem.
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We are also advised to protect ourselves from harm when we have walked under a LADDER, seen two MAGPIES, or otherwise tempted fate. ….
Best,
Roberto