1 item ([1] leaf) ; 9 x 14 cm.

Hebrew

In Hebrew.

Found in a book, about 1925.

Amulet on vellum, in a block letter calligraphic hand, for the protection of a mother and her newborn child. The standard text appears, which recounts the story of the prophet Elijah who meets Lilith on the road and prevents her from doing harm.

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February 01, 2007

Amulet for the Protection of the Newborn Child and its Mother. General Collection, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale University.

Amulet for the Protection of the Newborn Child and its Mother. General Collection, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale University.

Amulet - Italy - 19th century.