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[[File:Talisman Image.jpg|350px|thumb|Nostradamus' talisman for Catherine de Medici.]] | [[File:Talisman Image.jpg|350px|thumb|[[Nostradamus]]' talisman for Catherine de Medici.]] | ||
A '''talisman''' is any object ascribed with religious or magical powers intended to protect, heal, or harm individuals for whom they are made. Talismans are often portable objects carried on someone in a variety of ways, but can also be installed permanently in architecture. Talismans are closely linked with [[amulet]]s, fulfilling many of the same roles, but a key difference is in their form and materiality, with talismans often taking the form of objects (e.g., clothing, weaponry, or parchment) which are inscribed with magic texts. | A '''talisman''' is any object ascribed with religious or magical powers intended to protect, heal, or harm individuals for whom they are made. Talismans are often portable objects carried on someone in a variety of ways, but can also be installed permanently in architecture. Talismans are closely linked with [[amulet]]s, fulfilling many of the same roles, but a key difference is in their form and materiality, with talismans often taking the form of objects (e.g., clothing, weaponry, or parchment) which are inscribed with magic texts. | ||
Talismans have been used in many civilizations throughout history, with connections to [[astrology|astrological]], scientific, and religious practices; but the theory around preparation and use has changed in some cultures with more recent, | Talismans have been used in many civilizations throughout history, with connections to [[astrology|astrological]], scientific, and religious practices; but the theory around preparation and use has changed in some cultures with more recent, [[New Age]], talismanic theory. Talismans are used for a wide array of functions, such as: the personal protection of the wearer, loved ones or belongings, aiding in fertility, and helping crop production. | ||
==Etymology== | ==Etymology== | ||