There's an interesting article at the BBC website today regarding the Kirk's records about the ancient Highland practice of using charms for good and for ill, and the ancient fears about witchcraft.
For more information - and an entertaining read! - visit http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/highlands_and_islands/7509857.stm
Chris
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