2 Amulets, manuscript, ink and paint on paper. Calligraphic Italian hand. Written on both sides of the leaf, with borders and vignettes in colors. One side of the leaf has an predominantly orange border, and on top are two putim holding a crown, with the word "bi-yeshuʻati" (in my redemption). This amulet is meant to keep the bearer free of harm. On the bottom, in large block letters, are kabbalistic statements. On the other side of the leaf is another amulet, whose border is chiefly yellow. On the top there is a vase with flowers. Below the vase is the statement in Hebrew, "in the name of the God of Israel". The text continues with the tale of the prophet Elijah's encounter with the evil spirit Lilith and how he manages to vanquish her. This amulet is meant to protect a mother, who has just given birth, and her newborn child. At the bottom, in large block letters, are kabbalistic statements
Description:
In Hebrew.
Subject (Geographic):
Italy. and Italy
Subject (Topic):
Amulets (Judaism), Religious articles, Religious life and customs, and Jewish art and symbolism
Amulet, manuscript, ink on vellum. This amulet includes the names of the angels Michael, Gabriel, Raphael, and Uriel in each corner and prayers for protection from the many dangers that threaten life such as childbirth, fire and water. What is of particular interest is that it also contains a special prayer for the protection of love and lovers addressed to the angel Ahavi'el (loosely translated as God is my beloved). On the four corners are kabbalistic diagrams in the form of a square with grids. In the center are also kabbalistic formulae in micrography in the shape of a circle
Description:
In Hebrew.
Subject (Geographic):
Italy. and Italy
Subject (Topic):
Amulets (Judaism), Religious articles, Religious life and customs, and Jewish art and symbolism
