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The Great Book of Talismans ( MS Paris BnF Ar. 2250) composed by Apollonius of Tyana is one of the Greek texts that have reached us in its Arabic recension. The Arabic not only preserves a part of the text lost in Greek, but it may bear witness to a more ancient layer of the textual tradition than the Byzantine one, along with the clues to a refined intellectual operation to recontextualize the whole work in the cultural milieu of reception. The kind of public talisman prepared by Apollonius – a metallic plaque or statue inscribed with magical names, either buried or placed on an elevated spot, sometimes protected by a shrine – became a model for talisman making. Some of Apollonius’ talismans, moreover, circulated as erratic textual blocks, entering the Arabic Hermetic literature and, more generally, texts on natural sciences and the technical literature. This paper reconstructs the transmission of the Great Book of Talismans, and offers an anthology of the talismans that Apollonius realized for a number of Near Eastern cities (Alexandria, Antioch, Emesa, Ephesus, Edessa), along with three comparanda that concretely exemplify the fluidity in the transmission of these materials.
Some of Apollonius talismans, moreover, circulated as erratic textual blocks, entering the Arabic Hermetic literature and, more generally, texts on natural sciences and the technical literature. The Arabic not only preserves a part of the text lost in Greek, but it may bear witness to a more ancient layer of the textual tradition than the Byzantine one, along with the clues to a refined intellectual operation to recontextualize the whole work in the cultural milieu of reception.
We offer a wide array of subjects, including mathematics, sciences, languages, arts, and humanities, ensuring a well-rounded education that prepares students for the challenges of the future. In addition to our rigorous academic program, Magic House boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including well-equipped classrooms, science laboratories, a library, and sports facilities. Our students have access to a range of extracurricular activities, allowing them to explore their interests and talents outside the classroom.
Kabbalah Talismans
The literal translation of the term Kabbalah is "receiving." - as in "receiving" the mystical truths behind Jewish Traditions.
Knowledge of Kabbalah was transmitted orally by the Jewish sages. Kabbalah was widely studied in ancient Israel as Jews strived to fully grasp the connection between man and God. However Kabbalah studies were later restricted, allowing to any rabbi to teach only one, mature and pious student at a time.
For centuries Kabbalah remained an extremely complicated and well-hidden path to knowledge. Only very recently Kabbalah and Jewish mysticism attracted the attention of the wide public in search for mystic wisdom.
According to Kabbalah, the letters created the world. This statement goes beyond its usual meaning of the importance of language for interpersonal communications, civilization etc.
It is believed that each letter carries unique energy attributes. The words and sentences made up of the Hebrew letters acquire both power and meaning beyond their superficial, literal meaning. Therefore inscribing appropriate words or sentences on the amulet is crucial for its effect.
The words are therefore more important that the material used to make an amulet. However, strong, stable, noble and natural materials will better preserve the inscriptions to the smallest detail.
The text fragments on the amulets most often come from the Torah (Five Books of Moses), Psalms and prayers. It may be a whole sentence, several letters or several words from the sentence, joined together to form the inscription. As it is believed that the Sacred Texts precede our World and Creation itself, the power in the inscribed symbols aligns the bearer of the amulet with the path of Creation and protect him/her against evil and mischief.
With these unique jewelry designs, we provide the opportunity to connect with the ancient powers of Jewish mysticism.
Several works are attributed to Apollonius, 4 the focus here, however, will be on the Kitāb al-ṭalāsim al-akbar (“The Great Book of Talismans”), the Arabic version of the Greek βίβλος σοφίας καί συνέσεως ἀποτελεσμάτων Ἀπολλωνίου τοῦ Τυανέως ὃς ἔγραψε καί ἐδίδαξε Σούστουμον Θάλασσον τόν αὐτοῦ μαθητήν (“Book of the knowledge and understanding of the Apotelesmata of Apollonius of Tyana, that he has composed and taught to his own disciple Sustumon Thalasson”). 5
As a residential school, Magic House offers a safe and nurturing environment for students. Our boarding facilities are designed to create a home away from home, with comfortable dormitories, common areas for leisure and study, and nutritious meals prepared by our chefs. We understand that choosing a school is a significant decision, and we encourage parents and potential students to visit Magic House and experience our vibrant community firsthand. Campus tours and meetings with our admissions team can be arranged by contacting our office. To apply for admission, please visit our website and complete the online application form. Along with the application, we require academic transcripts, a personal statement, and recommendations from teachers or mentors who can speak to the student's abilities and character. We encourage all interested families to submit their applications promptly, as spaces are limited. The deadline for admission is [deadline date]. Upon reviewing the applications, we will invite selected candidates for an interview and assessment to assess their suitability for the Magic House community. If you have any further questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact our admissions team. We look forward to welcoming your child to the magical world of learning at Magic House. Best regards, [Your Name] Admissions Department Magic House boarding school.
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