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.