Cursing and Votive Offerings: A Comparative Study

This chapter explores the practices of curse tablets and votive offerings in ancient traditions, discussing their similarities and differences. It delves into the significance of curse tablets as a means of requesting harm or misfortune upon others, and examines the characteristics of Roman curse tablets, including their physical appearance and ritualistic aspects. Additionally, it considers the social and legal implications of curse tablets in Roman society, particularly for the lower classes who often lacked access to the legal system.