Why do superstitious people consider Friday the 13th an unlucky day? — News of Karelia and Petrozavodsk Publication in CHAT: Russia It is not exactly known why Friday the 13th is considered an unlucky day. Perhaps the roots of this sign come from the Christian religion. Thus, in the Bible, Judas, the man who betrayed Jesus, was the 13th guest at the Last Supper. In addition, the Bible describes many bad things that happened on Friday. Then it is understandable why people who read the Bible are subject to such superstitions. Source link Source link