THE MATENADARAN’S COLLECTION OF AMULETS IN THE SPOTLIGHT OF THE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC COMMUNITY
On October 14, the 18th International Conference entitled “Magic and Manuscripts” opened at the Matenadaran. The conference focuses on handwritten and printed amulets, folk beliefs, prayers, and traditions of magical practices in the context of different cultures and historical periods. The opening ceremony featured welcoming remarks by Ara Khzmalyan, Director of the Matenadaran, and Emanuela