Indonesian Version

No Pointing at Rainbow

Description:
In Indonesia, the superstition this supertition is commonly shared, especially among children. t is believed that pointing at a rainbow is disrespectful, and if you do so, your finger will bend or become deformed as a form of punishment.

Irrational Reason:
According to this superstition, pointing at a rainbow, which is considered a rare and magical phenomenon, somehow invites punishment or a supernatural reaction, like your finger bending. It suggests that nature or some unseen force will correct your behavior for disrespecting something beautiful or divine.

Rational Reason:
The rational reason behind this superstition is that pointing at a rainbow is seen as disrespectful. Rainbows are often viewed as special, beautiful, or even sacred phenomena in many cultures. They are rare and mysterious, and pointing at one can be seen as an act of disrespect or arrogance, as if trying to claim control over something that is beyond human understanding.

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Some Islands