Hamsa Hand

Hamsa is an ancient Middle Eastern amulet symbolizing the hand of God and a protective symbol. It brings happiness, luck, health and good fortune to the owner. 
 

Origin, name and meaning
Although Hamsa's hand has been symbolized for centuries in Islam and Judaism, the archaeological finds in the Middle East provide evidence that Hamsa was earlier than these religions and originated from the Phoenicians and was used as a protective symbol for the ancient Middle Eastern goddess. . 
The hamsa hand has many names - hamsa, hamsa hand, hamesh, hamesh hand, khamsa and chamsa. 
The word "hamsa" or "hamesh" means five. Hamsa has five numbers on hand, but in the Jewish and Islamic traditions, the number 5 has an additional symbolic meaning. Five books (Kana in Hebrew) represent the five books of the Jewish Law. It also symbolizes the fifth letter of the Hebrew alphabet "Heh", which represents one of the holy names of God. It symbolizes the five pillars of Sunni Islam. 

Wearing and using occasions
The wearer of the hamsa hand can be worn up or down and is believed to make the owner successful, harmonious, and free from the evil eye. 
Hamsa's hand usually contains an eye symbol, which is a powerful amulet against the evil eye. It is most often worn as a hamsa necklace, but can be used as a decorative element on houses, key chains and other jewelry items. 
Hamsa jewelry is a meaningful and wonderful gift for any occasion, whether it is a housewarming gift, a Hanukkah gift, an anniversary gift or a birthday present.