SYMBOLISM/CULTURE

The Symbolism of the Evil Eye Amulet

A Personal Story

B.R. Shenoy
Midform
Published in
3 min readJun 19, 2024

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Evil Eye amulet
Credit: B.R. Shenoy

“The evil eye symbol has a profound presence in cultures across the globe. It serves as a visual representation of a universal belief in the power of protection and spiritual well-being.” — Dr. Elizabeth Adams, a renowned anthropologist specializing in cultural symbolism

My daughter received a beautiful evil eye bracelet as a gift from a friend who recently visited Dubai.

When my daughter was having dinner at a restaurant on Valentine’s Day, her bracelet unexpectedly broke. It was quite significant that it happened on a day like Valentine’s Day, which is all about love and connections.

Interestingly, she had ended her relationship with her boyfriend just a month prior.

Evil Eye bracelet
Credit: B.R. Shenoy

Some people believe that the bracelet breaking signifies releasing negative energy, allowing for personal growth and moving on to a new chapter in life.

For my daughter, the timing was significant. The bracelet breaking seemed to signify the end of a challenging chapter in her life and the beginning of a new, positive phase.

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B.R. Shenoy
Midform

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