Of Strixology and Sin: Witchcraft, Witchfinders, and Witch Hunts
Curatorial assistant Jake Gentry delves into the dark history of witch-hunting with some infamous books from the Lilly Library’s collections! ...
Tag: Religious Collections
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Wintertide Wonders: Winter Holidays and Superstitions
Brrr, ’tis the season for hot cocoa, snow boots, and final exams–as well as seasonal celebrations! Curatorial assistant Jake Gentry ... -
The Fore-readable Future: Divination in the Library
Yes…I can see it now…you are about to learn about some of the Lilly library’s more mystifying materials, from the ... -
Immortal Movers: Divine Vehicles of World Religions
Curatorial and Outreach Assistant Jake Gentry brings you up to speed on some divine modes of transportation used in world ... -
Beasts of Belief (#1): Yōkai Spirits of Japanese Folklore
Curatorial and outreach assistant Jake Gentry unleashes a horde of Japanese Yōkai in this first installment of the Beasts of ... -
Thaumaturgy: Wonderworking and Miracle-Making
Curatorial and Outreach Assistant Jake Gentry recounts various miraculous abilities attributed to various saints throughout history! Disclaimer: This blog explores ...