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Evil Eye in Judaism

The idea that a person or supernatural being can cause harm with a mere look — and the practices believed to ward it off.

Throughout history, Jews have been suspicious of manticism and clairvoyance, while still practicing many diviner's arts.

The notion that the planets influence human affairs cuts against the core Jewish belief in free will, but many ancient rabbis believed it anyway.

"Whatever is effective as a remedy is not witchcraft (Shabbat 67a)"--is that really the case?

All humanity descended from one family.

Do Jews believe in magic?

Do Jews believe in demons?

Throughout much of Jewish history, witchcraft has been viewed as a vice that virtually every woman will indulge in.

To complement the creation of the world, a promise of redemption.

Jews have developed complex plans for coaxing evil spirits out of those who are possessed.