Whistle at the Night Attracts Evil Spirit
Description:
There’s a strong belief that whistling at night is more than
just making noise, it's an act that can invite an evil spirit.
The quiet of the night is related to spirits and supernatural
beings, and breaking that silence with a whistle is said to
get their attention. People believe that whistling in the dark
might be taken as a call, inviting evil spirits or unseen
creatures into your presence. As a result, many people in part
of Indonesia avoid whistling after the sun sets to keep the
peace and avoid any misfortune.
Irrational Reason:
Invite or attract the attention of ghosts, evil spirits, or
unseen creature.
Rational Reason:
Whistling at night can disturb the peace and quiet, annoy
neighbors, and make you seem suspicious, especially in a calm
environment.