January
02
/ 2019
Ancient Egypt was renowned and respected for her wisdom, art and architecture by all those who came into contact with her. What also caught the attention of these admirers was the practice of magic that was hailed as a life-giver and sustainer; and also vilified in some quarters as a dark art. Regardless of the varied assessments by the outside world, the lives of devout Egyptians were inextricably intertwined with magic. [[{"type":"media","view_mode":"media_large","fid":"56001","attributes":{"alt":"An eye made of glass and obsidian from a coffin belonging to the Late Period (724 - 333 BC). As an amulet, the popular Wedjat eye symbolized health and protection. (Los Angeles County Museum of Art)","class":"media-image","height":"303","style":"width: 610px; height: 303px;","typeof":"foaf:Image","width":"610"}}]] An eye made of glass and obsidian from a coffin
