Ugallu was a lion-headed protective demon used in ritual and apotropaic magic across ancient Mesopotamia. Originally one of the chaotic monsters slain by the god Marduk in the Enûma Eliš, Ugallu was later transformed into a beneficial protective figure featured on amulets and reliefs to ward off evil, disease, and disaster. In Neo-Assyrian iconography, he’s often shown with human limbs and armed with a dagger or mace above his head, emphasizing his role as a fierce defender against harmful force

The Gorgoneion Amulet is imbued with Apotropaic magic and is useful in deflecting evil when displayed in the home. Flip on the night and it's eyes will glow to dispel the darkness from future sight. now available at www.jamesreadsmerch.com as a limited edition glow in the dark screenprint! | James R Eads Art

Witches’ marks or apotropaic marks at Bolsover Castle! | History with Amy