For centuries, Amulets,
Talismans, Charms, & a thousand other objects who's names
loosely translate as the edge you can carry in your pocket have
been used by humanity. They can ward off evil, danger, theft and
illnesses, they can help you get a job, a love or a kingdom. With
so many representations in so many cultures how do you know what
you have, how it works or if it's effective?
Amulets, Talismans & Charms have been worn for protection or
other purposes like luck, prosperity & many more for thousands
of years. Early peoples lived in a world where strange and
frightening things occurred that defied explanation. Consequently,
amulets were used to protect homes, families, and livestock.
Amulets, Talismans & Charms were also used to protect people
from the evil eye. The belief that a person or animal could harm
another by staring at them with an evil eye dates back at least
five thousand years, & ancient clay tablets have been found
that describe the damage that the evil eye can inflict. The
Sumerian god Ea spent most of his time fighting the evil eye. Even
today, in many parts of the world, the evil eye is considered a
major threat, and various kinds of amulets are used to avert
it.
Charms were originally spoken or sung. The word charm comes from
the French charme, which means song. The blessing that a priest
gives at the end of a service is an example of this sort of charm.
But gradually, people came to the conclusion that spoken words were
ephemeral, while a solid object was permanent. Objects that had
special significance such as a splinter that was believed to be
from the cross of Jesus replaced sung or spoken charms.
Almost anything can (& has been) used as a charm. Buttons and
coins are good examples. This is because these items are frequently
lost, and found by others. Anything that you find can be used as a
charm. Small objects that are given to you with good intentions
also make good charms, because of the pleasant connotations they
provide.
Lucky charms are normally carried on the person, but there are
exceptions. Charms can be seen attached to the mirror, clutch,
steering wheels or interiors of many cars. Some obviously prefer to
have the charms where they can see it, rather than somewhere on
their person.
The Witches' Ladder made of Knots Magick is very well-known &
effective charms because they are believed to catch/repel evil
spirits, attract or ward whatever you want. Basically you can wear
them or hang them anywhere at a designated place, bags, cars &
many more.
Talismans are intended to provide power, energy, and specific
benefits they are often made at times that are believed to be
spiritually or astrologically significant. They are frequently made
from stone, metal, or parchment as these substances can easily be
inscribed with words or pictures to add additional power. Many
talismans come from predatory animals. A leopards claw, sharks
tooth, or eagles feather, for instance, are believed to endow the
wearer with some of the qualities of the animal from which it
came.
The most famous talisman is a six-pointed star, made from two
overlapping triangles. The upward pointing triangle symbolizes
fire, the sky, & male energy. The downward pointing triangle
symbolizes water, earth, & female energy. The power of this
talisman is such that mystic Arthur Edward Waite wrote: Nothing
was believed impossible for those who possessed it. (A. E. Waite,
The Occult Sciences [Secaucus, NJ: University Books, 1974], 111).
As the Star of David, this talisman symbolizes both the Jewish
religion & the nation of Israel. It is also known as the Seal
of Solomon because King Solomon is believed to have used it.
However, it predates his time by hundreds of years.
Amulets, Talismans & Charms were originally natural items &
curios, such as an animals tooth or a semi-precious stone. Medals,
Pendants, bells, keys, & photographs can all be used as
Amulets, Talismans & Charms.
Take your time when choosing an Amulets, Talismans & Charms.
Think about your purpose in wanting one, & how you will wear or
carry it. Most importantly, the Power of the Maker, this is
essential for the Amulets, Talismans & Charms to be potent. ~*~
LIGHT OF ATLANTIS ~*~ is proud to present you with our own Amulets,
Talismans & Charms, consecrated, crafted, empowered &
blessed by various Magick, Voodoo, Hoodoo Workers, Healers &
Masters for its intended purposes.
On several occasions, Amulets, Talismans & Charms seem to have
found me when I needed them. Why not bring home the Power of
Amulets, Talismans & Charms? Let it miraculously change your
life for the better.
Brightest Blessings )O(,
Oceanos
