Superstition

Did you know that Pharoahs, never left anything without a drawing on pillars nor walls, so, evil spirits remain out.

People in Siwa build lamps from salt, because it helps you relax & keep bad feelings away. If you recognize sometimes your grandparents tell you in certain timings spread salt in your house especially at the corners & thats where it came from.

Nubian people like putting a big black egg plant at the door step when they have a pregnant lady expecting a baby; why? Well by catching your attention with something irritating unexpectedly, your mind is blanked for moments leaving no room for bad thoughts. They put slippers of toddlers as well for the same reason.

Regardless of the city or time, people inherit traditions they can't explain sometimes, either it is an indication for a positive vibe or security. You will find your Grandparents tell you wise words out of the blues or do stuff you may consider weird but by nature they just do it for a reason which you may find out about later.