LIFESTYLE
How Countries Around The World Celebrate New Year – Part 1
Jumping Seven Waves in Brazil
Brazilian traditions dictate that people should chew seven pomegranate seeds at the stroke of midnight without swallowing them. It suffices to say that seven is a lucky number in the Brazilian tradition. You might also become rich on NYE, so keep your wallet handy.
Make seven wishes by jumping over seven waves in honor of Iemanjá, the water spirit. The ocean is central to life in Brazil, so don’t turn your back on the sea once you finish wishing. Turning your back on Iemanjá can anger her and cause catastrophe.
