Is it true that the weekday pattern of a given month only happens every 823 years? It’s a hoax. The occurrence of this configuration is actually quite common. The rumor is often presented with text explaining that this rare occurrence is said to bring good luck. Here is how the hoax was worded back in 2012: GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!! This year October has 5 Mondays, 5 Tuesdays and 5 Wednesdays. This happens once every 823 years. This is called money bags. So copy this to your status and money will arrive within 4 days. Based on Chinese Feng Shui. The one who does not copy, will be without money. Copy within 11 mins of reading. Can’t hurt so I did it The rumor has varied over the years, adjusting the text for whichever month currently fits the pattern. We first reported this hoax in October 2012. It has resurfaced several times since then, including March 2013, and August 2014. The latest version of the hoax states: The only time you will witness this phenomenon in your life. August 2014 This year, the month of August will count 5 Fridays, 5 Saturdays and 5 Sundays. This phenomenon occurs only once every 823 years. Chinese [...]
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