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talisman: see amulet amulet (ăm`yəlĭt) ..... Click the link for more information. . talisman 1. a stone or other small object, usually inscribed or carved, believed to protect the wearer from evil influences 2. anything thought to have magical or protective powers talisman amulet with which Saladin cures Richard the Lion-Hearted. [Br. Lit.: The Talisman] See : Charms How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Every tenth day, for five and twenty years, I have received a visit from him, but in case I should need his help at any other time, I have only to touch a talisman that stands at the entrance of my chamber. -- they hold a treasure Divine -- a talisman -- an amulet That must be worn at heart. She therefore sent the Prince a large and splendid ruby, with injunctions to wear it night and day as it would protect him from all attacks, but added that the talisman only retained its power as long as the Prince remained within his father's dominions. |
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