Why you shouldn't put an empty bottle on the table: popular signs

The tradition of not putting an empty bottle on the table is not unusual. This superstitious belief also has a practical explanation. UAportal has collected information that will help you understand the reasons for this ancient custom.

Superstitions about empty bottles on the table are based on the idea of predicting emptiness and poverty in a person's life. It is believed that leaving empty bottles means a lack of material wealth, as well as a feeling of emptiness on a spiritual level.

Another belief is that unopened empty bottles serve as a place for negative energy or evil forces. It is believed that if you put them on the table, they "pollute" the entire space.

It is even said that the presence of empty bottles on the table can be interpreted as a signal for guests to leave. The origin of this tradition can be traced back to ancient times. At the beginning of the 17th century, when our ancestors got acquainted with French culture, they discovered the custom of keeping track of the number of empty bottles.

There are also practical considerations. Empty bottles can be bulky, take up space, and require extra cleaning. They are also less stable and pose a risk of knocking over and damaging other dishes. So, refraining from placing empty bottles on the table is both superstitious and practical.

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