Talismans in Evliya Çelebi's Seyahatnâme
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https://doi.org/10.16947/fsmia.1318528Keywords:
Evliya Çelebi, Seyahatnâme, religion, folklore, talismansAbstract
Talismans are the most frequently observed mythological elements in Evliya Çelebi›s
Seyahatnâme. Throughout its historical developmen, the phenomenon of talisman emerges
with additional meanings beyond its basic significance of protection. Upon studying
Evliya Çelebi, we witness the use of talismans beyond their dictionary definitions due to
the travel phenomenon and the narrative power of the traveler. This expands talisman’s
meanings branching them out and leading to new interpretations. With the wonder of
encountering various ‘new’ elements, the amazement it brings, and the cultural diversity
from different regions, the traveler associates new dimensions to the definition of talisman.
It has been observed that in Seyahatnâme, the universe of meaning surrounding the
phenomenon of talisman can be grouped under seven qualities: protection, purification,
judgment, abundance, rule-making, healing, indication or characterization of a situation,
and strangeness.
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