A Matter of Amulet in Anatolia
Anatolia, with its history of 8000 years, is one of the first regions that humans have expressed themselves with writings, motifs or symbols. The most popular of them all are the amulets that weaken the effects of sinister intentions. “Muska”, a written kind of amulet, which is believed to have magical powers, is used as a symbol frequently. A variety of usages are seen with different stylizations of the triangle shape of the “Muska”.
It is a matter of…
As you know, both the number three and the right, equilateral and obtuse triangles are lucky. The unwanted crow’s feet and the tripod burner stand, which is the symbol of balance are both made in threes. On the other hand the Turkish “Muska” patty is really delicious. Thus whatever is in the “Muska”, let the triangle protect you.
