What falsehoods did people had at the time of the surrounding of the Black Death?

During the time of the Black Death in the 14th century, many individuals believed that the plague was a punishment from God for humanity's sins, leading to widespread fear and religious fervor. Others thought it was caused by miasma, or "bad air," leading to various unscientific attempts to purify the air, such as burning aromatic substances. Additionally, some communities wrongfully blamed minority groups, particularly Jews, for the outbreak, resulting in violence and persecution. These misconceptions reflected a lack of understanding of disease transmission and the social tensions of the time.