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The Ghoul Was Never Meant to Be a Zombie
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Explore the deceptive ghoul of Arabic folklore, its connection with jinn, Sidi Nouman’s story and the later image of a graveyard corpse eater.
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Why Would Anyone Hang a Demon’s Face in Their Home?
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Why did ancient families keep Pazuzu’s frightening face close? Explore the wind demon, his protective amulets and his role against Lamashtu.
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Jinn: The Hidden Beings Behind the Genie Myth
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Explore the hidden beings of Islamic tradition, their place in Arabic folklore, and how they became the Western genie.