concept   seafaring superstitions
culture   African countries
statement   In African seafaring culture, there is a belief in sea spirits and rituals to protect against dangers at sea.
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1 fishermen superstitions African countries Fishermen may have superstitions related to avoiding certain fishing grounds or performing rituals to appease sea spirits for a bountiful catch. 1
2 fishermen's superstitions African countries Fishermen may have taboos about speaking the names of certain fish species for fear of angering spirits. 1
3 fishing superstitions African cultures Offering a small portion of the catch to the water or the spirits is believed to bring luck in future fishing endeavors 1
4 sailors' superstitions African countries Sailors may have specific rituals and offerings to appease the sea spirits before departing on a voyage. 1
5 seafaring superstitions African countries Belief in sea spirits and rituals to protect against dangers at sea, like making offerings to the water deities 1