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Where does the evil eye originate from?

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I always wondered where the evil eye originates from because I see it in many different countries, especially in Greece. I always assumed that is originated from the Middle East or Turkey, and that's how it made it through to Greece. I know that in Greek Culture, the evil eye is supposed to ward off evil spirits and evil thoughts of jealousy from other people. I wonder if it is the same in other cultures.
 
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According ti Wikipedia, it actually dates back to Greece in 6th century BC!!
 
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