Title: Solar Eclipse Myths and Superstitions
Headings: Myths and Superstitions Around Solar Eclipses
Myths and Superstitions Around Solar Eclipses
June 10: Annular Solar Eclipse
Watch both eclipses LIVE
Why are the two eclipses noteworthy?
Ancient Explanations for Solar Eclipse
Hungry Demons, Thieving Dogs
Native American Solar Eclipse Myths and Legends
Angry Sun
How superstition influenced the course of history
Quarreling Sun and Moon
Modern Day Sun Superstitions
No Scientific Basis
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Content: Not all superstitions surrounding solar eclipses are about doom. In Italy, for example, it is believed that flowers planted during a solar eclipse are brighter and more colorful than flowers planted any other time of the year. No Scientific Basis
Scientists and astronomers around the world have debunked any such claims. There is no scientific evidence that solar eclipses can affect human behavior, health, or the environment. Scientists, however, do emphasize that anyone watching a solar eclipse must protect their eyes. Make your own pinhole projector
Topics: Astronomy, Eclipses, Moon, Sun