What gives such PROTECTIVE POTENCY to the MAGIC WHEELS we refer to as Amulets, Charms, Talismans? We feel safer when we wear these spiritual symbols, whether overtly or covertly, with the conviction they imbue our auras with powerful protection against evil spirits, wicked forces and cosmic bad luck. But really, how do these amulets work, and why are there so many different kinds of amulets?
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elief in these sacred circles occupy an ambiguous position between magic and spirituality. Some think of amulets as
magic, while others believe they are spiritual expressions of manifested energy. LILLIAN TOO has used and worked with AMULETS for many years. She has experienced their potency first-hand, seen how veteran Masters make and consecrate them, and witnessed how they have helped victims of black magic come out of love spells cast by unscrupulous people. They can dissolve the malevolent effects of inadvertent demon clashes, and protect victims of accidents and burglaries from physical harm. In this issue, she explains what lies
behind the power of amulets and how anyone can use special incantations and rituals to make their private amulets even more potent. Te use of charms is deeply rooted
in the fabric of many Asian (and Western) cultures. But there are few
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cultures as intensely steeped in the practice of wearing amulets as the Land of Snows, Tibet. Originally sealed off from the world, the ancient people of Tibet lived surrounded by icy high mountains and deep valleys. Tey were once a Shamanistic race for whom wearing amulets to protect themselves against the spirit forces of the high mountains was an essential part of survival. Belief in supernatural protection has
thus always been
part of their daily lives, and even when Tibet became completely Buddhist, their belief in amulets did not dissipate. Indeed, dependence on personal sacred objects became even more popular. Indeed, every Tibetan lady, whether rich or poor, titled or humble, wears against her breast a tiny amulet box usually set in precious metal - gold or silver - inside which are sacred pendants, consecrated coral or turquoise, special prayers written on rice paper, as well as different symbols representing protection against spirit harm. Tibetan men
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meanwhile usually wore amulets sewn inside leather
pouches, tied around their arms or stuffed inside hidden shirt pockets. From Tibet originated many kinds of amulets. Te good news is that the country’s Buddhist lineages have ensured ancient texts explaining the different categories of malevolent spirits have been well preserved. Tere are valuable text compilations on the different spirits that cause different ailments, bringing different kinds of suffering to mankind. Tere are also distinctive ways to subdue and suppress their malevolent intentions. It was from these texts that amulets were made. I have English translations of some of these texts, and because I am familiar with the various categories of spirits, designing amulets to dispel illness or severe misfortune has become a fascinating and meaningful part of my cosmic feng shui work. It has been a great help that I am fortunate enough to have learnt the spiritual rituals related
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