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Hamsa Hand
The Hamsa hand is a prominent
Jewish motif that can be found almost everywhere: charms, door
entrances, Jewish jewelry, blessings for home and much more. According
to the tradition, the Hamsa hand protects the ones who display it in
their homes or wear it around their necks. Many believers place the
Hamsa hand in their homes and at their work place to ward off the "evil
eye".
Here at Canaan online, we bring you a variety of unique products
that feature the Hamsa hand in original designs that include Hamsa
jewelry, Hamsa earrings, Hamsa key rings Hamsa necklaces and more. All items are
handmade in Israel by renowned Israeli Judaica artists.
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The Hamsa hand (Also known as the hand of Miriam) is an old popular amulet for protection from the evil eye known to draw positive energy, happiness, riches and health. The Hamsa includes 5 fingers and symbolizes the Creator’s protective hand. Five is by itself a number which is known as a protector. The Hamsa often appears in stylized form, as a hand with three fingers raised, and sometimes with two thumbs arranged symmetrically.
Hamsas are popular as Charms and decorations in Israel. Hamsas are incorporated in wall plaques, mobiles, keychains and Jewish jewelry. Sometimes they are inscribed with Hebrew prayers, such as the Sh'ma, the Birkat HaBayit (Blessing for the Home), or the Tefilat HaDerech (Traveler's Prayer). Hamsas may be displayed in either direction, up or down according to the taste or decoration associated with the Hamsa.
See also - Hamsa necklaces
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