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13: Women are not allowed to eat the "bane-piece," that is, the neck meat that connects to the atlas bone, where cattle and sheep are stabbed, as then she will some day beat her man to a pulp.

14: One who eats the "bane-piece" of an animal becomes strong.

15: Men are not allowed to eat the "bane-piece," as it makes them cruel to their wives. Therefor it is only eaten by women.

Caption: I love when folklore collections contradict themselves

From this obscure folklore collection:

The anecdotes were all gathered by one of Denmark's early folklorists, Jens Kamp, who published his only folklore collection, "Danske Folkeminder," in 1877. This book is a posthumous publication of an incomplete manuscript.

Beautiful Painted Staircases Inspired by Andean Textiles Transform the Hills of Lima, Peru

In the rolling hills of Lima, Peru, colorful murals coat the sloping staircases that forge paths through the city’s diverse neighborhoods. An effort to beautify and celebrate the cultural history of each district, the painted stairs form part of the city’s endeavor to recognize art as an essential part of community development. Peruvian artist Xomatok took part in this tremendous project, translating his artistic vision onto 13 stairways in the hilly footpaths of Alisos de Amauta.

In collaboration with local residents, the artist transformed the plain stairs of the neighborhood with geometric designs inspired by the vibrant motifs commonly found in handwoven Andean textiles, especially traditional shawls or blankets called llicllas.