Black Cat Folklore <br />and Superstitions, Explained.<br />Black cats have consistently played an important role in folklore and superstition throughout history.<br />In the Middle Ages, black cats were<br />believed to be the evil, supernatural servant<br />of witches, sent by the devil himself. .<br />They were also thought to be<br />witches who transformed into<br />the nocturnal, stealthy creatures<br />for optimal witchcraft.<br />These beliefs led to the widespread eradication<br />of black cats in Europe, which ultimately led<br />to the outbreak of the Bubonic Plague. .<br />Religious groups eventually brought the<br />persecution of witches and black cats with<br />them when they immigrated to America.<br />The Salem witch trials of 1692 saw the persecution of many suspected witches and black cats, cementing the superstition into American history. .<br />Because of their history, black cats are<br />now commonly used around Halloween<br />to enhance the fear factor of the holiday.
