When we think of witch trials, most minds leap straight to Salem in colonial Massachusetts or to continental Europe, where tens of thousands of people were executed between the 15th and 18th centuries. But Ireland? Surprisingly, the Emerald Isle witnessed far fewer witch trials than its neighbors. In fact, only a handful are recorded in the historical record,Continue reading “Witch Trials in Ireland: The Forgotten Stories of Fear and Folklore”
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What Do You Do If You Think You Have the Malocchio?
What Do You Do If You Think You Have the Malocchio?Italian tradition holds that even a simple compliment—without a blessing—can bring bad luck. This belief is rooted in the fear of the malocchio, or the “evil eye.” But what should you actually do if you think you’ve been cursed? The Oil and Water RitualThe mostContinue reading “What Do You Do If You Think You Have the Malocchio?”
Malocchio Symptoms and Evil Eye Symptoms: Understanding and Protecting Yourself
The concept of the malocchio, commonly known as the “evil eye,” has fascinated, frightened, and shaped cultures for thousands of years. In Italian folklore, it is believed that envy and negativity can be cast through a simple glare, bringing misfortune, illness, or bad luck to its unsuspecting victim. Across the world, from ancient Mesopotamia to modern Italy,Continue reading “Malocchio Symptoms and Evil Eye Symptoms: Understanding and Protecting Yourself”
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