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The Evil Eye
The History, Mystery, and Magic of the Quiet Curse
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You might enjoy this book if you're curious about the cultural origins and meanings of the "evil eye" and how to protect oneself from negative energy. It offers insights into balancing spiritual beliefs with practical guidance, making it appealing to those interested in personal development and supernatural folklore.
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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 book The Evil Eye. Whether you are simply curious about what seems to be this rapidly rising pop culture trend in jewellery and home decor, or want to understand more about some traditions your friends and family observe and why, or whether you were raised knowing all about malocchio, 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 in Orange is the New Black and musician in Brujeria and Alekhine's Gun.
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The Evil Eye by Antonio Pagliarulo has received praise for its combination of historical research and personal insight into the topic of the Evil Eye. Reviewers commend the book for its approachable writing style and informative nature, providing a guide for both those curious about the cultural significance and those already familiar with protective and magical practices. Overall, it's lauded as a valuable resource in understanding the interplay between folklore, culture, and practical magic.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781578637973
Publisher: Red Wheel/Weiser
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 11 April 2023
Country: United States
Imprint: Weiser Books
Illustration: 10 b&w photos 10 line drawings
Contributors:
- Foreword by Judika Illes
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 308g
Pages: 256
About the Author
Antonio Pagliarulo has been a professional writer for over two decades. He writes frequently about religion and spirituality and has been published by the Washington Post, the New York Daily News, Religion News Service, and the Wild Hunt. Antonio is the son of southern Italian immigrants and was raised in a home where the magical arts were commonplace. He was schooled in the ways of Italian folk magic, learning and collecting dozens of traditional rituals, spells, and incantations for healing, prosperity, and protection; these practices, as the author describes them, "are both pagan and Catholic and represent the unique beauty and power of syncretized faiths."
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