A House Having One Upside-Down Baluster: What It Means

Unveiling the Mystery of Upside-Down Balusters

Neglecting the Staircase

Having always resided in multi-story homes, I confess, I’ve never paid much heed to our homes’ staircases. Though one stood out as rather grand, I never scrutinized it closely. I rue not examining that staircase more closely, especially now that we’ve relocated, and I’ve recently learned that many staircases harbor a solitary, inverted baluster.

A Superstitious Tradition

Observing an upside-down baluster on your staircase might initially seem like a carpenter’s error. However, these balusters are intentionally installed, often steeped in superstition.

The Tradition Behind It

There exists a longstanding tradition among builders and carpenters to install a lone, inverted baluster as a nod to the imperfection of man-made creations, contrasting with the perfection of God’s creatures. Another belief suggests that it serves as a barrier to thwart the devil from ascending the stairs to claim those near death.

A Chilling Thought

Regardless of the rationale, both explanations send a shiver down my spine! While our current staircase lacks balusters due to its narrowness and enclosed sides, I can’t help but yearn to revisit our former home one day, just to inspect if its staircase bore that distinctive upside-down baluster!

Related Posts

Malia Obama, 25, debuts new name as she begins Hollywood career

Malia Obama is no longer just the little girl we remember running across the White House lawn with her sister. At 25, she’s fully grown into her…

President Trump’s FBI Announces Major Arrest

President Donald J. Trump has made it clear to criminals who cause damage and devastation to our communities that they will be caught and prosecuted. Francisco Javier…

‘Russiagate’ Documents Reveal Probes Of Democrats Smothered By Biden’s DOJ

Newly released intelligence documents detail what officials say was the shaky basis and aggressive execution of the Russia collusion probe into Trump and his allies. The records…

Kayleigh McEnany shows off her cute baby girl as she makes a huge announcement fans have been waiting for

Fox News co-host Kayleigh McEnany is back, but not before sharing one last glimpse of her sweetest summer yet. On Wednesday, the Outnumbered anchor posted a breathtaking…

Heartbreaking News Julia Roberts, we announce… See more in first comment below.

Not her usual look: Julia Roberts, known for her glamour, took on a more subdued appearance for her role as Barbara Weston in *August: Osage County*. Filming…

HT10. She married an ARAB millionaire and the next day she… See more

Soudi Al Nadak grew up in the quiet English countryside. By her early 20s, she had moved to Dubai to complete her education. It was there, amidst…