Amulet

Amulet

An amulet is a spiritual object believed to confer protection or grace upon its possessor. The word amulet comes from the Latin word amuletum, which Pliny's Natural History describes as "an object that protects a person from trouble". Anything can function as an amulet; items commonly so used include statues, coins, drawings, plant parts, animal parts, and written words. The word phylactery is sometimes used as a general synonym likewise referring to any unspecified amulet, but also has a specific definition within Judaism. Certain amulets may also qualify more specifically as a devotional article, good luck charm, or even both in rare circumstances, but those categories represent only subsets of amulets.

Amulet (comics)

Amulet is a children's fantasy, adventure, graphic novel series written and illustrated by Kazu Kibuishi and published by Scholastic Corporation. Beginning in 2008 with The Stonekeeper, the series was published by Scholastic under their Graphix imprint. The nine-volume series has received critical acclaim for its storytelling and visuals, appealing to both young and older audiences, and has been featured on the New York Times bestseller list. A Netflix adaptation is in development.

amulet

Noun

1. A religious article, protective charm, or ornament, usually bearing cultural or magical symbols, worn for protection against ill will, negative influences, the evil eye, or evil spirits.