Greco-Roman Curses: Voodoo Dolls
Voodoo dolls (or kolossoi as the Greeks called them) were also quite popular in the Greco-Roman world.
Voodoo Dolls are often associated with New Orleans Voodoo/Hoodoo traditions. They are humanoid dolls used to invoke blessings or curses upon an individual. Read articles about voodoo dolls below.
Greco-Roman Curses: Belief in Magic
During antiquity, there was a widespread belief in magic. Rome went so far as to outlaw harmful magic. So, did curse tablets and voodoo dolls actually work?
Greco-Roman Curses: Protection against Curses
With Voodoo Dolls or Curse Tablets abound, how did one go about protecting themselves if they suspected someone placed a curse on them?