What is Evil Eye?

As we continue to participate at events throughout the tristate area, we have found that many people don’t know about the ‘evil eye.’  While everyone has heard people say something like, “she gave me the evil eye” or something similar, most people mistakenly think it is just another way of saying ‘dirty look.’  The reality is, the evil eye has a much longer and compelling history.  Learning about the evil eye can be quite intriguing .

With that in mind, we’ve decided to answer the question, “What is Evil Eye?”

What is Evil Eye?

To put it simply, the evil eye is an amulet, which is believed to ward off evil in many cultures.  You might compare it to the ‘Hamsa,’ the ‘four leaf clover,’ or the ‘horse shoe,’ all of which are considered lucky charms of some sort here in America.  With the evil eye, however, it is thought to be more than just good luck.

The evil eye charm was created a very long time ago in order to prevent curses from taking effect.  People believed that when someone gave them a malicious glare, it could cause bad luck and misfortune.  In order to combat this bad luck, the evil eye was worn around the neck, on the wrist or even hung in the home.

Whether you are a strong believer in the power of the evil eye, or you just like the way it looks, there is no denying that this symbol has been around for a very long time.  Wearing one can be a fun and fashionable way to look great while possibly getting yourself a little extra luck at the same time.