An object believed to hold magical properties, often used in folk medicine and Indigenous traditions to ward off disease or promote healing. Talismans are often inscribed with symbols or infused with herbs or prayers.
An object believed to hold magical properties, often used in folk medicine and Indigenous traditions to ward off disease or promote healing. Talismans are often inscribed with symbols or infused with herbs or prayers.
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