Evil eye
Evil eye
The Evil eye (pronunciation: /ˈiːvəl aɪ/) is a superstitious belief and cultural phenomenon, fearing that a malevolent glare can cause misfortune or injury.
Etymology
The term "Evil eye" originates from the Old English words yfel (evil) and ēage (eye). The concept is prevalent in many cultures, particularly in West Asia, Latin America, East and West Africa, South Asia, Central Asia, and Europe.
Definition
The Evil eye is a look or stare believed to cause harm or bad luck to the person it is directed towards. The belief is that a person can harm you, your children, your livestock, or your fruit trees, by looking at them with envy and praising them.
Related Terms
- Amulet: An object that is typically worn around one's neck, often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to protect the wearer against evil or harm.
- Talisman: An object, typically an inscribed ring or stone, that is thought to have magic powers and to bring good luck.
- Superstition: A widely held but unjustified belief in supernatural causation leading to certain consequences of an action or event, or a practice based on such a belief.
- Envy: A feeling of discontented or resentful longing aroused by someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck.
Cultural References
The Evil eye is a common belief in many cultures, especially in West Asia, Latin America, East and West Africa, South Asia, Central Asia, and Europe. It is often warded off with various kinds of amulets, talismans, and rituals.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Evil eye
- Wikipedia's article - Evil eye
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