Why do they both have versions of the evil eye? Are they competing to see who can ward off more bad luck?

The evil eye is a belief held by many cultures around the world that certain individuals have the power to cause harm, injury, or misfortune by simply looking at someone or something with envy or malice. Although the concept of the evil eye varies from culture to culture, it is a common belief in the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Southern Europe.

The evil eye is often depicted as an eye-shaped symbol or amulet used to ward off the evil eye's negative effects. Although the amulet is called the same name in different cultures, the designs and materials used to create it can vary.

It is not a competition between cultures to see who can ward off more bad luck. Instead, it is an attempt to protect oneself from the perceived negative effects of the evil eye. In some cultures, like Turkey and Greece, the evil eye is also used as a decoration and a symbol of good luck, and it is believed to bring positive energy and protection to the owner.