What is a Hamsa?

What is a Hamsa?

The hamsa, or hamsa hand, is a talisman from the ancient Middle East. In its most common form, the amulet is shaped like a hand with three extended fingers in the middle and a curved thumb or pinky finger on either side. It is thought to protect against the “ evil eye .”

Are hamsas still relevant today?

Contemporary Jewish artists are using the hamsa form, and some like Mark Podwal are finding a large public for their work. Hamsas still play a role in some Sephardic rituals today.

What is the hamsa (Fatima)?

The Hamsa is also variously known as the Hand of Fatima after the daughter of Muhammad, the Hand of Mary, the Hand of Miriam, and the Hand of the Goddess . Early use of the hamsa has been traced to ancient Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) as well as ancient Carthage (modern day Tunisia) and ancient Morocco.

What is a Hamsa Talisman?

This Protective Talisman Guards Against Evil. The hamsa, or hamsa hand, is a talisman from the ancient Middle East. In its most common form, the amulet is shaped like a hand with three extended fingers in the middle and a curved thumb or pinky finger on either side. It is thought to protect against the “evil eye.”.