Why Do We Say 'Bless You' When You Sneeze?

When you sneeze, it feels like something important is happening. A long time ago, people thought sneezing might mean a person was being blessed by angels, or maybe cursed by demons! That's why we say 'bless you' when someone sneezes. It's like giving them a little extra love.

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Your friend sneezes loudly, you say 'bless you' to make them feel special.
You're in class when your teacher sneezes, you whisper 'bless you' with a smile.
At the grocery store, you see an old man sneeze, you say 'bless you' like it's part of the day.

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