A protective charm or amulet, often obtained from a shrine or temple, believed to ward off evil or bring good fortune. Similar to お札 (おふだ), but 護符 may emphasize the protective or magical aspect.
See also: お札 (おふだ)
My grandmother always keeps a talisman in her wallet.
This amulet is said to be effective for warding off evil.
護符 specifically denotes a religious protective charm, while 符 is a broader, more abstract term that can also mean a tally, mark, or scoring unit.
護符 is a more formal, written-language term for a protective talisman, while お守り is the everyday word most people use.
Standard kanji spelling for a protective talisman or amulet.
Rarely used kanji form; 護符 is preferred.
Rarely used kanji form; 護符 is preferred.
Compound of 護 (go, 'protect') and 符 (fu, 'charm' or 'symbol'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the word has been used in Japanese religious and folk contexts for centuries.