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a small leather box containing Hebrew texts on vellum, worn by Jewish men at morning prayer as a reminder to keep the law
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The ancient artifact was believed to be a phylactery containing the soul of a powerful sorcerer.
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I heard that old pendant is actually a phylactery with magical powers.
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That necklace is rumored to be a phylactery, so watch out for any curses!
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Some people consider their smartphone to be their modern-day phylactery, holding all their important information and memories.