A practical, modern-day exploration of one of the oldest, most universal, and storied forms of folk magic. The 'evil eye' is rich with cultural anecdotes and traditions, mystical lore, and modern concepts. This book takes a deep dive into the origins of the evil eye, from ancient Egyptian practices to those found in ancient Greece and Rome. Most people are unaware that the world's major monotheistic religions are replete with references to the evil eye. What did Jesus say about it in his Sermon on the Mount? The prophet Muhammad warned against the dangers of the eye, but what remedy did he provide to offset misfortune? Why and how does the evil eye appear in rabbinic literature and other Jewish texts? The Evil Eye answers these (and other) timeless questions while taking readers on a literary journey that is at once informative, enlightening, and, at times, disturbing. The book:
Defines the evil eye and traces its roots into antiquity and across an extraordinary breadth of cultures and traditions.
Shows readers how to diagnose the evil eye, how to cure it, as well as cast it on others.
Explores the use of amulets and talismans bearing the "evil eye," including its remarkable prevalence in popular jewellery designs.
Includes the history and use of various talismans such as the Hamsa; the Italian cornicello and mano figa; the azabache stone; the Kabbalah red string; mirror pendants; jumble beads; the Assyrian evil eye; and many others
'Antonio Pagliarulo clearly, honestly, and lovingly guides us through the origins and exercises of harnessing the energy of practical folk magic into our daily lives with his bookThe Evil Eye. Whether you are simply curious about what seems to be this rapidly rising pop culture trend in jewelry and home dcor, or want to understand more about some traditions your friends and family observe and why, or whether you were raised knowing all aboutmalocchio, mal de ojo, or "bad juju", this book is an indispensable addition to your library. It will quickly become your go-to reference guide in times of need.' Jessica Pimentel, actor inOrange is the New Black and musician in Brujeria andAlekhine's Gun.
A practical, modern-day exploration of one of the oldest, most universal, and storied forms of folk magic. The 'evil eye' is rich with cultural anecdotes and traditions, mystical lore, and modern concepts. This book takes a deep dive into the origins of the evil eye, from ancient Egyptian practices to those found in ancient Greece and Rome. Most people are unaware that the world's major monotheistic religions are replete with references to the evil eye. What did Jesus say about it in his Sermon on the Mount? The prophet Muhammad warned against the dangers of the eye, but what remedy did he provide to offset misfortune? Why and how does the evil eye appear in rabbinic literature and other Jewish texts? The Evil Eye answers these (and other) timeless questions while taking readers on a literary journey that is at once informative, enlightening, and, at times, disturbing. The book:
Defines the evil eye and traces its roots into antiquity and across an extraordinary breadth of cultures and traditions.
Shows readers how to diagnose the evil eye, how to cure it, as well as cast it on others.
Explores the use of amulets and talismans bearing the "evil eye," including its remarkable prevalence in popular jewellery designs.
Includes the history and use of various talismans such as the Hamsa; the Italian cornicello and mano figa; the azabache stone; the Kabbalah red string; mirror pendants; jumble beads; the Assyrian evil eye; and many others
'Antonio Pagliarulo clearly, honestly, and lovingly guides us through the origins and exercises of harnessing the energy of practical folk magic into our daily lives with his bookThe Evil Eye. Whether you are simply curious about what seems to be this rapidly rising pop culture trend in jewelry and home dcor, or want to understand more about some traditions your friends and family observe and why, or whether you were raised knowing all aboutmalocchio, mal de ojo, or "bad juju", this book is an indispensable addition to your library. It will quickly become your go-to reference guide in times of need.' Jessica Pimentel, actor inOrange is the New Black and musician in Brujeria andAlekhine's Gun.
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