护身符
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Definition
护身符
Literally means:
amulet
Actually means:
protective talisman
In old times, the Taoists or witches drew with brushes character-like symbols in red on yellow papers which people would carry with them to drive away the evil spirits and ensure their peace and safety. It figuratively refers to a person or thing that protects one from dangers.
旧时道士或巫师用红色的毛笔在黄色的纸上画毛笔在了似字非字的图形,让人家带在身上,说是可以驱邪消灾,保证性命安全。比喻可以避免灾难,保护自己的人或东西。
Example
I remember when I was young, my grandmother always had to go to the temple to get some gadgets for us, saying that it was a talisman for keeping peace, so that our brothers should wear it at all times.
When he was in a car accident that year, the shoulder-backed climbing bag saved his life, and from then on he used the climbing bag as an amulet, carrying it every time he went out.
The necklace that Anna gave me was an amulet for me and a symbol of peace. As long as it's around, I feel safe.