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When you think black cats, you might think of cackling witches, bubbling potions, or even a certain sitcom sidekick with a human voice. And when a black cat crosses your path in real life, you might worry that some bad luck is headed your way. But we'll let the cat out of the bag now — despite this scary superstition, many people believe that a black cat's appearance can bring great luck to your life and future. To learn more about these cultural beliefs and where they come from, read our guide about the spiritual meanings of black cats and what their appearance in your life might say.
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- Black cats are thought to be spiritual guardians and protectors due to their connection to goddesses in mythology and folklore.
- Some people view black cats as bad luck due to their connection to witchcraft. This belief started in the Middle Ages and continues in modern pop culture.
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- ↑ https://americanfolklore.net/folklore/2014/03/why_is_a_black_cat_bad_luck.html
- ↑ https://archive.org/details/dictionaryofsymb0000vrie/page/86/mode/1up?q=%22black+cat%22
- ↑ https://www.maritime.edu/follow-the-voyage/myth-busters/myth-busters-does-black-cat-bring-good-luck-ship
- ↑ https://angelmeaning.com/black-cat-spiritual-meaning/
- ↑ https://centerspirited.com/animal-symbolism/black-cat-meaning/
- ↑ https://centerspirited.com/animal-symbolism/black-cat-meaning/
- ↑ https://www.spiritualunite.com/articles/spiritual-meaning-of-seeing-a-black-cat/
- ↑ https://metro.co.uk/2021/10/27/is-a-black-cat-crossing-your-path-good-or-bad-luck-15487466/
- ↑ https://www.history.com/news/black-cats-superstitions
- ↑ https://www.spiritualunite.com/articles/what-does-it-mean-when-a-black-cat-follows-you/
- ↑ https://centerspirited.com/animal-symbolism/black-cat-meaning/
- ↑ https://www.worldhistory.org/article/466/cats-in-the-ancient-world/
- ↑ https://www.timberbush-tours.co.uk/news-offers/scottish-folklore-cat-sith-cu-sith
- ↑ https://www.historic-uk.com/CultureUK/Cat-History-Of-Britain/
- ↑ https://centerspirited.com/animal-symbolism/black-cat-meaning/
- ↑ https://www.history.com/news/black-cats-superstitions
- ↑ https://www.spiritualunite.com/articles/cat-color-symbolism-5-cat-colors-and-their-meaning/
- ↑ https://spiritualdesk.com/cat-eyes-spiritual-meaning/
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