Feeling a bit bogged down lately? With stress adding up and draining you out physically and emotionally? There is a good chance that you have caught the evil eye. An ancient Greek talisman, evil eye jewellery is primarily worn for protection from negative energies around us. Here is everything you need to know about the best ways to buy and wear this jewellery for men and women.
What is evil eye and how does wearing the symbol prevent misfortune?
The evil eye symbol is a pendant shaped like an eye with a blue or black eyeball tied with a black thread around the neck as an evil eye necklace. This is a traditional way of wearing this totem. Nowadays, many get it made as a bracelet or earring in rose gold or silver as well. The belief behind doing this is to make sure that you and your loved ones are protected from jealousy which causes ill-health, trauma, financial troubles and general misfortune to the individual and their family.
Though there aren’t facts to prove this belief which borders on superstition, many cultures from all around the world have acknowledged this phenomenon and suggested that one wears the evil eye pendants to avoid bad luck and negative energy.
Origin of the evil eye concept
Believed to have originated in the Mediterranean and West-Asian regions, the concept of an evil eye is found in literature dating back to the sixth century BC in the works of authors Plato, Hesiod and Plutarch. There is a reference to the evil eye in the Old Testament, too.
Modern-day cultures across the world recognise this type of jewellery for men and women to ward off bad omens from various entities in the universe.
Not affiliated with a particular religion, societies in South East Asia, West Asia, Europe and America believe in wearing evil eye jewellery by men and women to live a fulfilling life.
Rules and techniques to know before buying or wearing the totem
One should fully activate the powers of this jewellery, to fully maximise its positive effects. It should not be worn straight from the box after it is gifted or purchased. It is important to erase the existing bad vibrations or energies of this piece of jewellery. Here is how you can do it.
Choose a day among the three days before or after a full moon. Avoid days around the lunar eclipse. Hold the evil eye jewellery in your hand and close your eyes. Take a deep breath and imagine a water body nearby with flowing water. Feel all the negativity from your body and mind flowing away with the water. Clean the eye evil in tap water and wipe it with a soft cloth. It is now ready to be worn.
Replace the jewellery if it falls or breaks. You mustn’t wear it all day and night. It is recommended to be kept in a safe place while sleeping and showering.
Types of evil eye jewellery and where to buy them
Did you know? There are different ways you can get cursed. Broadly speaking, there is a conscious evil eye wherein a person within your circle might knowingly get jealous and curse you. The second kind is the unconscious evil eye, which is less potent. In this case, an entity’s jealousy might unknowingly harm you.
The third and last type is the most dangerous kind where an unknown entity knowingly casts an evil eye on you.
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There are varieties of evil eye jewellery available in different colours, symbolising things like strength, good fortune, virility and good health. It is recommended that men and women wear the evil eye jewellery that suits their needs the best.
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Blue: The most common colour of evil eye jewellery, it represents positivity, good luck and confidence. Hence, wearing blue evil eye jewellery for men and women is encouraged.
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Yellow/gold: This colour symbolises physical and mental strength. Those facing recurring health issues must go for this colour.
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Red: This is a shade of courage and motivation. It can help the wearer realise their dreams fearlessly.
Orange: The bright hue stands for creative freedom and playfulness.
Green: This colour encourages one to be more grounded.
Pink: This shade is best used to relax and find peace of mind.
Purple: This is for people who have evolved in their healing journey and seek to go further.
White: This one is for anyone starting a new journey in life as white symbolises purity and good vibes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
-What does the evil eye mean?
The evil eye is when a person knowingly or unknowingly directs bad omen towards you or your family out of jealousy.
-Is it OK to present evil eye jewellery?
It is perfectly acceptable to gift evil eye jewellery to someone.
-What does evil eye jewellery symbolise?
Evil eye jewellery is worn to ward off evil and increase positivity and good vibes in life.
-Can you wear two evil eyes at once?
It is a myth that you can’t wear multiple evil eye jewellery together.
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Preeti Kulkarni
Senior Digital Writer, Astrology and Wellness
After completing her PG in New Media from the Asian College of Journalism, Preeti has worked in a daily and a magazine before finding her calling in digital journalism. A lover of single malts and an avid pop culture junkie, you can catch her at the movies on weekends or binge-watching the latest shows on OTT when she is not busy preparing her toddler for his Hogwarts letter.
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