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The most curious thing people from long ago did to protect themselves from witchcraft was use spells, charms, talismans, amulets, and other forms of folk…

As I read through the old newspapers, I am always disgusted by the reports of lynching. The report below, published in 1920, shows how prevalent,…

Many of us feel drawn to the moon goddesses, especially the more popular ones known in literature and art. Their mystery and power are alluring…

Basic charm bags have been used for magical purposes for thousands of years. People wear them, carry them in pockets and purses, and hide them…

Ancient Egyptian priests were the religious leaders of the ancient Egyptian people. They served as intermediaries between the people and the gods and were responsible…

Nikola Tesla was a Serbian-American inventor and electrical engineer. He is best known for his contributions to designing the modern alternating current (AC) electricity supply…

The history of talismans goes back thousands of years. People have been using talismans to protect themselves, to attract hunting game, and to bring rain…

Red hair is the rarest natural hair color in the world. It occurs when a person has two copies of the recessive gene for red…

For thousands of years people have used rose petals to speak the unspoken words of love and friendship. The petals have been used in skin…

The Nile River in ancient Egypt was a source of food, commerce, and religious inspiration. The people worshipped the river and included it in their…