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 The "Evil Eye" is a
common belief among the people of the Mediterranean. It is widely believed that
if one person gives another a hateful look, he or she may become ill or die from
its negative effects. The strength behind the evil look is the "evil
eye". This belief streches back to the pre-Christian era.
Among those who believe in this
traditional superstition, the main reason behind the evil eye is a person's
extreme feel of envy. However, it is also held that when a person is admired too
much or is loved too extremely, the evil eye may strike.
Aside from protecting its
wearer from harm or evil, the blue bead often on rings and necklaces or among
Turkish motifs. The blue bead is not only the most widespread talisman used to
ward off evil in Anatolia, it is sometimes placed on silver pr gold jewelry
coupled with the inscription "God Bless".
It is also believed that the
evil eye affect not only the humans, but it can also affect plants, animals, and
homes so the blue bead is used to pro- tect these as well.
Another means of protection
from the evil eye is prayer. Despite all types of talismans, a person who has
been touched by the evil eye is always exor- cised by a holy man. What else can
we say but: "May God protect you from the evil eye."
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