The evil eye is a supernatural belief in a curse brought about by a malevolent glare, usually inspired by envy. It is a look given to inflict harm, suffering, or some form of bad luck on those that it is cast upon. The belief in the evil eye among humans has existed since prehistory, and amulets to protect against it have been found from dating to ancient times. The evil eye is mentioned in various religious texts, including the Quran and Bible. The concept of the evil eye is thousands of years old, and is based on the idea that someone has put a spell or curse on you. The most frequently given form of the evil eye comes from jealousy, but it can also be caused by greed, anger, blame, resentment, hostility, contempt, malice, ill will, or even just an awareness of inequality. People who believe in the evil eye and experience a sudden, inexplicable ailment often consider receiving the evil eye to be the cause. The evil eye is also about believing in something we can’t see, and it reminds us that we are part of a larger tapestry and that our individual experiences are connected to something bigger than ourselves. The evil eye is a powerful superstition in many cultures, and people have attempted to find ways to protect themselves and loved ones from it. Amulets, such as the nazar, are often used to ward off the evil eye.