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What can happen if you do the sign of the cross when you sneeze. i did it i hope i don't die from it.

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Superstition v Faith: Nothing will happen if you do the sign of the cross when you sneeze. That comes from an old and theologically unsound idea that the devil can enter into a person when sneezing. You can practice your religious customs freely otherwise. Peace and good health.

Answered 5/26/2019

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Bless you: The sign of the cross is a respect to God. This is a sign of life and is helpful for the believer anytime. Gesundheit!

Answered 5/31/2019

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