Ridiculous Beliefs Of The World's Most Acclaimed Thinkers

Greek philosopher and mathematician Pythagoras made influential contributions to philosophy and religion in the late 6th century BC. He is often revered as a great mathematician, mystic, and scientist and is best known for the Pythagorean theorem which bears his name.
But Pythagoras also believed that beans were made from the same material as humans and should not be consumed. He also said that you cannot step over a crossbar, allow swallows to nest under the roof or walk on highways. Here are some ridiculous beliefs of the world's most acclaimed thinkers.