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Meaning of phylacteries

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

phylacteries

noun

Definitions

  1. Either of the two small leather cases, containing biblical scrolls, worn by Jewish men at morning prayer; the tefilla.

  2. A case in which (Christian) relics were preserved.

  3. Any small object worn for its magical or supernatural power; an amulet or charm.

  4. An enspelled object used (by such as a lich) to contain and protect the owner's soul.