A talisman (taweez) is any object that is imbued with protective powers and the most efficacious are those that are inscribed with prayers that evoke the name of God and the Prophet Muhammad and his companions. The ninety-nine names of God, verses from the Qur’an, and sayings of the Prophet (hadith), for example, are appropriated and regenerated into texts that are meant to be good omens. Talismans that contain inscriptions with the names of prophets and religious figures have the power to protect an individual from hardship and danger by acting as conduits between these holy figures and anyone carrying the talisman.
Detailed Description:
Item Number: 423A
Inscription: Ali
Country of Origin: Afghanistan or Southeast Asia
Age: Unknown
Stone Material: Carnelian
Length: 4.3 cm
Width: 3 cm
Height: 0.4 cm
Detailed Description:
Item Number: 423A
Inscription: Ali
Country of Origin: Afghanistan or Southeast Asia
Age: Unknown
Stone Material: Carnelian
Length: 4.3 cm
Width: 3 cm
Height: 0.4 cm
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