Charm - Magic and Superstition

Magic and Superstition

  • Any "lucky charm" such as:
    • amulets
    • charm bracelets
    • touch pieces
    • painted pebbles,
    • Italian charm bracelet
  • A spell (paranormal) or incantation
  • Similar to blessing, the infusion of something with holiness, divine will, or one's hopes
  • Snake charming, a performance involving the control of snakes
  • Charm, a magical spell frequently found in role-playing games that allows the spellcaster to take control of another being

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