The hand of Fatima is one of the most beloved and popular protection symbols in the world. Even though there’s an ongoing debate about the origin of this sign of protection, some believe the hand symbolism goes as far back as prehistoric times.
Hamsa is a talismanic symbol that people believed to protect them from harm against evil forces. The Hamsa Hand or Hand of Fatima is an ancient Middle Eastern talisman. ... Hamsa hand bracelet or hand of Fatima necklace is worn by people who have faith in a "Supreme Power" and find themselves at a cross-road in life.
Commonly known as hamsa — the Arabic word for the number five, which, according to numerology, symbolizes the balance between the material and the spiritual realms. It's a powerful number that represents protection, abundance, and strength. Often found depicted together with the Greek or Turkish eye symbol (nazar) also known as the "all-seeing eye".
The hand of Fatima represents the right hand, considered the hand of God. It’s especially cherished as an ornament that brings good fortune and health. In Middle Eastern countries and North African regions, it’s commonly painted on houses, forged onto doorknobs, or braided in little girl's hair.
Even if you didn’t grow up knowing about the hand of Fatima, you might be drawn to it as a protection talisman and as a way to connect with the divine feminine.
The hamsa symbol has been used for thousands of years as a pagan fertility symbol. Many women believe it supports healthy pregnancies and boosts fertility and lactation.
More recently, the hand of Fatima has become a symbol of peace adopted by activists in war-affected areas of the Middle East. This ancient symbol is used to reinforce the belief that there are more things that unite us than separate us.
