Hamsa Hand Pendant GAM03

A Hamsa hand is one of the most ancient amulets used in modern culture. The symbol has been adopted by diverse communities from different religions who have shared a common understanding of the symbol's meaning - the ability to ward off the evil eye and attract divine protection. The Hamsa is shaped as a symmetrical five-finger hand with a thumb on each side. What is the meaning of Hamsa? The name itself - Hamsa or Chamsa - means "five" in Arabic, referring to the five stretched fingers of the hand.