Amulets, Scarabs and Figurines Part of Egyptian Magic Exhibition in Baltimore

Collectors of Egyptian objects, especially small, portable objects, should plan a trip to the Walters Art Gallery if you find yourself in the Baltimore area before November 25, 2007. 

Daily Magic in Ancient Egypt is the Walters’ upcoming ancient focus show, a display that rotates annually as part of the museum’s ancient art collection. This show will display approximately 46 Egyptian amulets, scarabs, figurines and ritual objects.

Magic was an important part in the religions of the ancient world, and amulets played an essential role. Their images and symbols were believed to possess great power. Amulets protected their owners and could guarantee health, well-being, luck and even immortality. They were also used in rituals. Some of these objects were available to everyone, while others were restricted to the elite or special groups of initiated men or women.

Comments

[signs plaques]

Magicians are really great examples of what talent is all about. Hand, eye and body coordination should be observed when you about are to perform a trick.

[Michelly]

How to make good money from market with mmuniim risk?I just started investing in mutual funds SIP. I feel it is better than investing directly in equity. Suggest some good funds for SIP.Is there any other way to make money while minimising risk. I want to be a long term investor.

[Jamil]

The subtle subetxt of the fantasy story is that is always has an evil villain. I thought I could hear Microsoft cackling away in the distance Full disclosure -happy Windows user here (at least until Adobe starts supporting Linux)

[Eduardo]

Good article about the shaamn. It is sad that there are so few to continue the tradition. We were in Ecuador about ten years ago and spent a week in the jungle. We met a shaamn who told us that he had been trained by a shaamn who was 105 [or maybe 110] years old. Makes me wonder about the accuracy of the ages of these men. Can they all possibly live to be so old? Anyway, I have bookmarked your website and will stop by often.