Knock On Wood

by J. Lynne on September 4, 2007

in Facts of Life

Knocking on wood to avoid tempting fate started in the 1800’s, when pagans believed that kind spirits lived in trees. If you were worried about something bad happening, a knock on wood would signal the spirits to come help you.

Source: Woman’s Day, May 8, 2007

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