The Evil Eye: A Cautious Look

This article analyzes the superstition of the evil eye from a psychosocial perspective. The commonly employed antidotes to the evil eye are discussed. These include knock on wood, kenehora, and various other culturally prescribed protective measures. The sin of envy, the role of God, Scripture, and...

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Main Author: Berger, Allan S. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Springer Science + Business Media B. V. [2013]
In: Journal of religion and health
Year: 2013, Volume: 52, Issue: 3, Pages: 785-788
Further subjects:B Kenehora
B Knock on wood
B Evil Eye
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