In many ancient countries, including Armenia, various meanings and functions were attributed to some objects and phenomena. People attributed different features to these objects, such as protection from evil or attraction of success. They called these objects amulets. Usually these items were made according to a special ritual and stored in special conditions. All these items are called “Armenian amulets”.<\/p>\n
In ancient times, Armenians believed that amulets protected them from disasters, wars and diseases. It is believed that amulets arose at the stage of human development, when there was still no clear distinction between knowledge, reality and imagination.<\/p>\n
Before the advent of written prayers, people saw the symbol of protection in pieces of iron, stone or wood. They cut out small pieces of these materials and kept them as their guardian.<\/p>\n
This phenomenon has many manifestations both in everyday life and in many ritual ceremonies.<\/p>\n\n