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Sites reflecting the folk magic practices of all cultures are welcome. Please indicate the culture of origin, if applicable, in your site description. Before submitting, review the other categories in Society/Folklore to determine the most appropriate category for your site's listing.
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Folk magic is the magic of the common people, usually without elaborate ritual or preparation. It is found in children's rhymes: "Rain, rain, go away ...", in casual acts such as throwing a pinch of spilled salt over the shoulder, and in gestures such as burying iron under the hearth of a new home. It is neither religion nor superstition, but a belief that the energy flowing through people and natural objects can cause positive change.
The use of markings on the building fabric or hidden objects, with the apparent aim of protecting the building and its inhabitants.
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