The curse of bad luck seems to cling to me like a shadow that refuses to fade away. No matter where I go or what I do, unfortunate events always seem to find me. It is as if I am trapped in a never-ending cycle of misfortune, destined to face one hurdle after another. From a young age, I have noticed this strange phenomenon in my life. It started with little incidents, like constantly misplacing my belongings or being the only one to get caught for something I didn't do. However, as I grew older, the curse became more evident and relentless.

Sacred amulet

Amulets are items worn to protect their wearer by their religious associations, a religious equivalent to armour. In ancient Egypt any item of jewellery is likely to have some amuletic function in addition to its aesthetic, economic and social values. The religious significance may have varied from user to user, and for each individual according to the moment in their lives. It is difficult to assess the relative importance of the amuletic or religious aspect against these other aspects of the item worn. In Egyptology the word amulet is therefore generally reserved for bodily adornments of unambiguous religious form or context.

Thematic subjects in amulets of various periods

Funerary amulets

In the New Kingdom, especially in the Ramesside Period and later many objects were produced for elite burials with a mainly amuletic function.

The Petrie typology of amulets

In 1914, W M F Petrie published his monograph Amulets, illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College London (Petrie 1914). The introduction proposed a general theory for classifying amulets according to the following five classes, further divided into 275 different kinds of amulets:

homopoeic or 'similars', or sympathetic magic (the principle that an object enable a wearer to have power over the property of the object depicted, for example an eye amulet gives the power of sight, a hare gives the power of speed)

This outline demonstrates an ambitious undertaking, a typology of the type relished by Petrie. However, the classification rests on assumptions concerning the evolution of human societies over time; for example, the 'similars' are said to be typical of the least developed societies, while the amulets depicting deities are said to 'belong to the age of a developed theology'. Such assumptions may be symptomatic of the social Darwinism and associated racism of late nineteenth and early twentieth century Western science. In practice these amulet 'classes' are not easily separable; it seems awkward to distinguish between an amulet of similars such as the hand amulet (supposed to confer the power of the hand) and an amulet of powers such as the was-sceptre amulet (supposed to confer the power of the sceptre held in the hand). Equally the flexibility of ancient Egyptian religious iconography complicates any attempt to draw a line between an 'amulet of protection' invoking 'some external agency which is not as definite as a divinity' and a 'theophoric amulet' where the divinity is supposedly explicit; Petrie himself had to allow for amulets being either 'Sekhmet or Bastet' as his amulet group no.194.

Look at the five amulets below, one for each of the five Petrie classes, and, from them, consider other methodological problems with the classification.

Amulets of similars

Carnelian leg amulet

First Intermediate Period

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It's as if a dark cloud hovers over my interactions, poisoning them with misunderstandings, mistrust, and ultimately, heartbreak. **Career-wise, the curse has hindered my progress and left me feeling stuck.** Despite my best efforts, promotions and opportunities seem to slip through my fingers, leaving me feeling dejected and unfulfilled. It's frustrating to watch my peers excel while I'm left behind, struggling to catch a break. **Even my health has fallen victim to this relentless curse.** Minor ailments have turned into major illnesses, and I find myself constantly battling with poor health. It feels like no matter how hard I try to take care of myself, I am always met with setbacks and physical limitations. The curse's influence extends even beyond my personal life, affecting the lives of those around me. **Friends and family members who were once close to me have experienced their fair share of misfortune since joining my orbit.** It's disheartening to see the people I care about face hardships and setbacks, knowing that my presence may have somehow contributed to their suffering. Despite all the evidence suggesting otherwise, I am determined to break free from this curse. **I refuse to let misfortune define my life and dictate my future.** With every setback, I gather strength and resilience, vowing to turn my circumstances around. I have sought solace in various spiritual practices, hoping to find answers and a way to lift this curse's hold on my life. I have learned to appreciate the small victories and find joy in the simple moments. **While the curse may follow me everywhere, I refuse to let it dim my spirit or rob me of my hope for a brighter future.**.

Reviews for "The curse that follows me: Unraveling its origins"

1. Mary - 1 star

I found "The curse that follows me everywhere" to be incredibly boring and predictable. The plot was dull and lacked any sort of originality. The characters were one-dimensional and uninteresting, making it hard for me to connect with them or care about what happened to them. The writing style was also very basic and lacked depth. Overall, I found this book to be a complete waste of time.

2. John - 2 stars

I was disappointed with "The curse that follows me everywhere". The story started off strong and had potential, but ultimately fell flat. The pacing was off, with long stretches of nothing happening followed by rushed and unbelievable plot developments. The dialogue was often clunky and unrealistic, making the characters sound forced and unnatural. The ending was also unsatisfying and left too many loose ends. I was hoping for a more compelling and well-crafted read.

3. Sarah - 2 stars

"The curse that follows me everywhere" was a letdown for me. The concept had promise, but the execution was lacking. The writing was overly descriptive and dragged on, making it hard to stay engaged. The characters felt cliché and lacked depth, making it difficult for me to invest in their journey. Additionally, the plot twists felt forced and unrealistic, further diminishing my enjoyment of the story. Overall, I was expecting more from this book and was left feeling disappointed.

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