Now, let me start off by sharing this post with you I want to make it clear that I am in no way or form attempting to humiliate the person who left this comment on our Amazon page.
I do not know her name, and she left no email.
We have had no communication at all regarding this piece of jewelry.
Also, it is against Jewish law to make fun of someone in public-- to shame them in front of others.
In fact, this article, although off-topic regarding amulets and Satan, explains the Talmudic verse very well.Β
The above passage states that if you intentionally humiliate another in front of other people, it is as if you have killed them.
Yes, it goes that far in saying that one should never-ever humiliate another person intentionally and ridicule them in public.
And in no way or form do I intend to do that, but I do need to talk about this review on Amazon-- as it harms our business and there are many interesting points to discuss.
Let's begin.Β This is the entire review.
But, here's the item ordered so you can visualize it:
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The review starts by saying that horrible things have happened to her and that the reason for the necklace being bought was to wear it as a protector and to keep evil away.
However, does such a thing really exist?Β
Yes and no.
For centuries and centuries, all cultures around the world have been using, making, and wearing different types of amulets for and against evil.
The word "amulet" comes from theΒ LatinΒ wordΒ amulΔtum.Β The earliest use of that term was found inΒ Pliny the Elder'sΒ Natural HistoryΒ from 79 CE, where it was referred toΒ "an object that protects a person from trouble."
See, an amulet is an object that people have to BELIEVE has magical powers, strength, and phenomenal powers.Β Β
The keyword here is believe.
To believe that it has the power to protect you in general, or from a very specific thing.Β But, an amulet hasΒ no power of their own without being blessed.
But, who can bless an amulet?Β
Ah, that is a wonderful question.
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Perhaps, in the case above, it was blessed by the owner?
I can vouch for our line of jewelry, that we DO NOT personally bless each piece.
Nor do we claim anywhere that we do.
"TheΒ Roman Catholic ChurchΒ maintains that the legitimate use ofΒ sacramentalsΒ in its proper disposition is encouraged only by a firm faith and devotion to the Triune God, and not by any magical or superstitious belief bestowed on theΒ sacramental. In this regard,Β rosaries,Β scapulars, medals, and other devotional religious Catholic paraphernalia derive their power, not simply from the symbolism displayed in the object, but rather from theΒ blessingΒ of theΒ Catholic ChurchΒ which comes from God." --Taken from Wikipedia.
A blessing to have "it" work.
I am not here to claim that a blessing must be made by a religious institution, I do not have the authority to say that.Β That is a quote by the Church.
Just as in Christianity, in Judaism,Β amulets to are plentiful.
To say a piece is laced in evil omens, voodoo magic would also be part of a belief system.Β Β
And Satan...
Again, you would have to believe.
Conclusion:
Amulets have been around for over 1900 years, from all walks of life and cultures. They are also found in the Bible and in the Judeo-Christian religions.Β
However, each religion states, in some form or other, that the amulet must be blessed for it to work.
How is it blessed? One would assume that it is blessed by either a clergyman, practitioner of magic, or by oneself.Β Β
There are countless stories you hear of the blessing of healing, of good fortune, of love, weddings, success, happiness and so much more.Β Β
Stories that bring you to tears of joy.
I cannot say what attributes these blessings other than belief.Β
And who am I to say belief and blessings do not "work?"
So, to the lady who left this review-- I wish you well.
What do you think of blessings and belief?
Have you had success with amulets, blessings, and beliefs?
2 comments
Jose madrid
What the bible speaks about in deuteronomy is in the old testament, what laws we follow is new , with Jesus in the new testament, and the 10 commandments ! Whitch has nothing to do with a amulet with an eye, only Jesus is the only focus here, so if i was you, id do away with any trinkets and pray and ask the lord Jesus Christ for all your needs ! Protection or whatever it may be ! So be it in Jesus Holy and precious name AMEN !!! Dont be misled into thinking a magicle hand can top the power of the holy spirit of the lord JESUS CHRIST!! In the first place magic comes from a form of pure evil,but dont belive me do your homework ! Surender your hearts to the lord Jesus Christ, for this is the only way to the father God almighty,he will guide you throught your life, and be more than enough protection than you will ever need ! I claim all this in the name of the king of kings and lord of lords AMEN !!
Alexa
My first thoughts were similar to yours.. involved in a mass shooting and survived, sounds horrible but only the experience..not the survival. right?! I am glad a doctor finds concerning things on my body and has the sense to not ignore them but tests them for something that could be life threatening so that I have a chance to live! Hum, getting a sickness and surviving..many don’t. Do I say the amulets work..If you have faith..you thank God for miracles, if not you thank luck. I believe in things that are beyond my understanding..but then biochemistry to me is also fascinating. I believe we can scare ourselves to death and also be incredibly fortunate that good things happen but then the interpretation of what is a good thing is up to the individual..glass half full or half empty. I don’t believe a rosary bead or a cross or a star of david or hamsah is my gift to safety…hum I do think a mezuzah is a good idea..comment??
What the bible speaks about in deuteronomy is in the old testament, what laws we follow is new , with Jesus in the new testament, and the 10 commandments ! Whitch has nothing to do with a amulet with an eye, only Jesus is the only focus here, so if i was you, id do away with any trinkets and pray and ask the lord Jesus Christ for all your needs ! Protection or whatever it may be ! So be it in Jesus Holy and precious name AMEN !!! Dont be misled into thinking a magicle hand can top the power of the holy spirit of the lord JESUS CHRIST!! In the first place magic comes from a form of pure evil,but dont belive me do your homework ! Surender your hearts to the lord Jesus Christ, for this is the only way to the father God almighty,he will guide you throught your life, and be more than enough protection than you will ever need ! I claim all this in the name of the king of kings and lord of lords AMEN !!
My first thoughts were similar to yours.. involved in a mass shooting and survived, sounds horrible but only the experience..not the survival. right?! I am glad a doctor finds concerning things on my body and has the sense to not ignore them but tests them for something that could be life threatening so that I have a chance to live! Hum, getting a sickness and surviving..many don’t. Do I say the amulets work..If you have faith..you thank God for miracles, if not you thank luck. I believe in things that are beyond my understanding..but then biochemistry to me is also fascinating. I believe we can scare ourselves to death and also be incredibly fortunate that good things happen but then the interpretation of what is a good thing is up to the individual..glass half full or half empty. I don’t believe a rosary bead or a cross or a star of david or hamsah is my gift to safety…hum I do think a mezuzah is a good idea..comment??
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