concept   maritime superstitions
culture   Asian countries
statement   Sailors and fishermen in Asian countries have a range of maritime superstitions related to sea voyages and fishing.
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1 fishermen superstitions Asian countries Fishermen may believe in superstitions related to specific lunar calendar dates or performing traditional ceremonies before setting out to sea. 1
2 fishermen's superstitions Asian countries Fishermen may have rituals to appease sea spirits before setting out to fish. 1
3 fishing superstitions Asian cultures Avoiding whistling or singing while fishing to prevent scaring away the fish is a common superstition 1
4 sailing superstitions Asian countries Sailors believe that certain rituals and offerings must be made to appease sea spirits before setting sail. 1
5 sailing superstitions Asian countries Sailors believe that encountering certain marine animals during a voyage can bring either good or bad luck. 1
6 sailing superstitions Asian countries Sailors believe that the way a ship is christened can affect its luck and safety during voyages. 1
7 sailing superstitions Asian countries Sailors believe that the direction in which the ship turns before setting sail can forecast the success of the voyage. 1
8 sailing superstitions Asian countries Sailors believe that certain colors worn by the crew members can influence the safety of the voyage. 1
9 sailors' superstitions Asian countries Sailors' superstitions are seen as important beliefs that influence maritime activities and are taken very seriously. 1
10 sea superstitions Asian countries Belief in lucky maritime activities, such as having a specific ritual before setting sail or invoking protection from sea spirits 1
11 seafaring superstitions Asian countries Belief in lucky symbols and rituals to ensure safe voyages, such as the use of amulets and charms 1