The trickster god Loki showed up uninvited as the thirteenth guest and orchestrated the ‘murder by mistletoe’ death of Balder the Beautiful, god of light and gladness. Balder’s death brought grief to the world and solidified the bad vibes of the number thirteen. Fateful feasts continue in the Christian tradition.

The last Friday the 13th is here. We explain how the superstition came to be and how many more 13th are in your future.

Friday the 13th, is the dreaded day on the calendar to watch out for ladders and black cats and even worse for those that suffer from Triskaidekaphobia, a diagnosis term for those afraid of the number 13.

Let's dive into the lore of this upcoming Friday, the 13th, and what you can expect based on your zodiac sign. The Spiritual Meaning of