The History & Use of Amulets, Charms and Talismans
The History & Use of Amulets, Charms and Talismans

Author: Gary R. Varner

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2008-01-27

Total Pages: 194

ISBN-13: 1435719883

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Amulets and charms have been used since mankind evolved from its distant origins millions of years ago. They have been used to protect and to harm, and in both the practice and avoidance of witchcraft and sorcery. They are made of wood and stone, clay, metal, plants and dead animals. They are carved into crude shapes and in the most exquisite forms. They may also be composed entirely of words, which are believed to have great power and magical properties. Used by pagans, Christians, Jews and followers of every faith and tradition known across the world, they are considered direct links to the gods and local spirits. All are links to the supernatural. Regardless if they are called amulets, charms or talismans, these objects are credited with providing cures, causing evil, and bringing health and prosperity. This book, using ethnographic studies, ancient records and folklore, will explore the history and use of amulets and will show that they continue to be an important part of our modern culture.

History of Amulets, Charms, and Talismans [microform]
History of Amulets, Charms, and Talismans [microform]

Author: Michael Levi Rodkinson

Publisher: Franklin Classics Trade Press

Published: 2018-11-08

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 9780344923630

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The Complete Book of Amulets & Talismans
The Complete Book of Amulets & Talismans

Author: Migene González-Wippler

Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 9780875422879

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Examine the infinite variety of charms and fetishes found in every civilization, from the distant past to the present. Learn the entire history of these tools, their geography, how they are part of each man and woman's search for connection with spiritual forces, and how to make and use them. Loaded with hundreds of illustrations, this is the ultimate reference guide.

The Ancestral Power of Amulets, Talismans, and Mascots
The Ancestral Power of Amulets, Talismans, and Mascots

Author: Nigel Pennick

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2021-05-04

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13: 1644112213

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• Looks at the age-old spiritual principles, folklore, and esoteric traditions behind the creation of magical objects as well as the use of numbers, colors, sigils, geometric emblems, knots, crosses, pentagrams, and other symbols • Explores hundreds of artifacts, such as hagstones, Norse directional amulets, car hood mascots, objects made from bones and teeth, those connected with plants and animals, charms associated with gambling, and religious relics • Includes photos of artifacts from the author’s extensive collection Offering an illustrated exploration of the origins and history of amulets, lucky charms, talismans, and mascots, including photos of unique and original artifacts from his extensive collection, Nigel Pennick examines these objects from a magical perspective, from ancient Egypt to the present. He looks at the age-old spiritual principles, folklore, and esoteric traditions behind their creation as well as the use of numbers, colors, sigils, geometric emblems, knots, crosses, pentagrams, and other symbols. Pennick explores magical charms and objects manufactured from bones, teeth, claws, and horns and those that include symbols of the human body. He also discusses religious relics as well as the combining of charms to make more powerful objects, from the bind runes of the Norse and the crowns of ancient Egypt to the Mojo hand and the medicine pouch. Revealing the lasting power of amulets, talismans, charms, and mascots, Pennick shows that these objects and symbols have retained their magic across the centuries.