culture   Polynesian
statement   Polynesian culture is rich in maritime superstitions, involving ancestral spirits and rituals for harmony with the ocean.

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1 dive superstitions Polynesian cultures Dive superstitions encompass a rich tapestry of spiritual beliefs, with specific customs and taboos to ensure harmony with the ocean and its inhabitants. 1
2 fishing superstitions Polynesian cultures Certain fishing grounds are believed to be inhabited by ancestral spirits, and specific rituals are performed to pay respect to them before fishing 1
3 seafaring superstitions Polynesian countries Belief in the influence of ancestral spirits on sea voyages and the practice of invoking their protection and guidance 1