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Words as Ritual

Wednesday, Oct. 29th, 7 p.m. at the Lee Road Branch of Heights Libraries

Throughout the ages letter combinations, alphabets, chants, and talismans were intimately woven together to provide protection, offer guidance, and turn desires into reality, in both religious and secular settings. Discover the fascinating history of the methods used by various cultures around the globe to tap into the magic of words. Part of the Octavofest celebration.

http://events.heightslibrary.org/eventcalendar/?action=viewEvent&eventID=6559

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