In many cultures around the world, women who cannot conceive or give birth are often considered to be possessed by evil spirits or demons. This belief is rooted in ancient mythology and folklore,...
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: Women who cannot conceive: from ancient mythology to modern exorcisms
Apotropaic Traditions Eroticizing Sexuality as Protection Against Evil
The word "apotropaic" refers to practices intended to ward off misfortune or malevolent spirits. In many cultures around the...
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: Sexuality as a protection against evil in apotropaic traditions