Omnibus Stories that Bring Luck_행운을 부르는 옴니버스 '오잉'
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Ep1. The test-taker, Jieun's wintering
Jieun is studying her workbook since she's preparing for college scholastic ability test. The college scholastic ability test is the most important gateway in the life for high school students in Korea.
By the way... What is this?
Koreans give taffy and glutinous rice cake to test-takers when test time comes around in November. This tradition originated from the taffy's stickiness because 'passing the test' is often referred to as 'sticking to it' in Korean. The custom of exchanging taffies started from the Joseon Period. In addition to its meaning, taffies also eased students' tiredness and enhanced concentration.
"Is there any other superstition to remember for test-takers like me?"
First! do not ever serve seaweed soup to students. It is very slippery and means the opposite of 'sticking'.
Second! Do not ever say 'falling' or 'failing'.
Third! Sell your dream to testers when ancestors appear in your dream. It is believed that ancestors in a dream definitely bring luck.
EP2. Why was Jinhyeok told off by his mother?
Jinhyeok is whistling while clipping his nails.
In Korea, there is a custom that bans throwing away nails in a trashcan. It originated from an ancient Korean folktale about a mouse turning into a cloned man after eating the man's nails. Some people say this story was inspired from a concern about kids hurting their nails when clipping them at night while it was dark.
By the way... What is this?
I told you not to step on the threshold!
Since old times, a threshold was regarded as sacred and standing on it was strictly prohibited. Also, women never could sit on the threshold because it was the coldest part of a house. It is said that this custom originated from a concern about the threshold wearing out and letting cold winds in.
EP3.
Also, sticking a spoon and chopsticks into a rice bowl is only acceptable on ceremonial tables. You must not do it at the meal table in general.
EP4.
Whistling at night was regarded as being unlucky because it was believed that it would bring snakes out. This custom was found not only in Korea, but also in Japan.
He fell asleep already! What is he dreaming about?
EP5.
Is it pig in the dream? Pigs are a symbol of money and wealth in Korea. He should buy a lottery ticket tomorrow.
Water flooding is another symbol of money.
Dreams about hair are explained by the folk belief that hair is related to life expectancy. Hair falling out stands for unhealthiness and troubles in relationships or business while growing hair means a longer lifespan and luck.
Did you dream about poop? A dream with poop in it is a sign of wealth and things working well.