OAR@UM Collection:https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/31662026-06-19T13:01:23Z2026-06-19T13:01:23ZIn XVIIth century Malta : the use of amulets and magic words against physical dangerhttps://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/1475252026-06-18T10:08:50Z1966-12-04T00:00:00ZTitle: In XVIIth century Malta : the use of amulets and magic words against physical danger
Abstract: This article examines the use of amulets, magical formulas and protective charms in seventeenth-century Malta, drawing on records of the Inquisition to illustrate popular beliefs concerning protection from physical danger and evil influences. It also discusses the Church’s response to such practices and compares these historical superstitions with surviving folk customs and devotional practices in modern Malta.1966-12-04T00:00:00ZVoiceless Jews in Maltesehttps://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/1474902026-06-17T07:39:21Z2025-04-27T00:00:00ZTitle: Voiceless Jews in Maltese
Abstract: Giovanni Bonello recovers the history of the Jewish community in Malta, emphasizing how their perspectives and narratives have historically been marginalized or left unvoiced in traditional Maltese accounts. The article explores their social standing, struggles, and interactions within the local population across various historical periods.2025-04-27T00:00:00ZVictory kitchens in life and in arthttps://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/1474262026-06-15T11:25:18Z2025-03-16T00:00:00ZTitle: Victory kitchens in life and in art
Abstract: Giovanni Bonello explores the history and cultural impact of Malta's World War II Victory Kitchens established in 1942 to combat severe wartime famine. The article examines the stark socio-economic realities of rationing, black market corruption, and civil unrest, while detailing how the kitchens were depicted in local satirical jingles and wartime artwork by artists Leslie Cole and Alfred Gerada.2025-03-16T00:00:00ZThree village revolts in 1636, 1637 and 1641https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/1474182026-06-15T11:15:10Z2025-09-21T00:00:00ZTitle: Three village revolts in 1636, 1637 and 1641
Abstract: Giovanni Bonello reviews hidden archival evidence of rare, widespread popular unrest in 17th-century Maltese villages. Spurred by a severe famine in 1636 and an aggressive fortifications tax in 1637 tied to Pietro Paolo Floriani's massive building plans, the article highlights the violent riots that ensued, the subsequent Treasury investigation led by senior knights, and the prompt suppression of the ringleaders by Grand Master Jean Paul Lascaris.2025-09-21T00:00:00Z