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Originally part of a synagogue lamp, the hand
shape of this brass hamsa is in the David, with
the Hebrew letter "Heh" (symbolizing the
Divine Name) in the center. The stylized bird is
a familiar decorative motif on Jewish
ceremonial art from North Africa.
Hamsas, from the Arabic word for five, are
fashioned in the shape of a hand displaying all
five fingers and are valued for their special
protective powers. Hamsas are prevalent
throughout Muslim lands.
Amulets protected the wearer, his family and
possessions from natural disaster, spells and
evil spirits. Some served to cure diseases or
barrenness. Others guarded the wearer in his
travels, ensured blessings and success, or
aroused goodwill or love.
shape of this brass hamsa is in the David, with
the Hebrew letter "Heh" (symbolizing the
Divine Name) in the center. The stylized bird is
a familiar decorative motif on Jewish
ceremonial art from North Africa.
Hamsas, from the Arabic word for five, are
fashioned in the shape of a hand displaying all
five fingers and are valued for their special
protective powers. Hamsas are prevalent
throughout Muslim lands.
Amulets protected the wearer, his family and
possessions from natural disaster, spells and
evil spirits. Some served to cure diseases or
barrenness. Others guarded the wearer in his
travels, ensured blessings and success, or
aroused goodwill or love.
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