Friday the 13th is considered by many to be an unlucky day. Here's the history behind why people are superstitious about the day.

Whether you’re superstitious or not, you’re probably familiar with the eerie reputation that Friday the 13th carries. This phenomenon, which can occur up to three times a year depending on the calendar, often makes people feel they need to be extra ...

Here's more about the origins and traditions of the supposedly unlucky yet somewhat common calendar date known as Friday the 13th.

Today is Friday the 13th. From the origins, superstitions and ways people celebrate, here's everything you need to know.

The New-York Historical Society says the origin can be partially traced back to Jesus’ Last Supper. The story goes that 13 guests attended the Last Supper—Jesus Christ and his 12 apostles—and the next day, Good Friday, was the day of Jesus’ crucifixion.

It's not clear where the superstition originates. Some believe it stems from the Biblical Last Supper, in which the unlucky 13th guest, Judas, betrays Jesus. Another Biblical belief is that Cain killed his brother, Abel, on Friday the 13th.

Superstitions: Biblical references mention that the Last Supper was attended by 13 guests, held on Maundy Thursday, including Jesus and his 12 apostles, one of whom - Judas - betrayed him. The next day was Good Friday,