The "Eye of Abraham" Charm for Thieves.
The article presents five Middle and Early Modern English versions of a charm for determining the identity of a thief, called the "Eye of Abraham." The author explains that the charm involves drawing an eye on a wall. He discusses the psychological components of each conjuration, explores their use...
| Published in: | Magic, Ritual & Witchcraft Vol. 10; no. 1; pp. 23 - 41 |
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University of Pennsylvania Press
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