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September 24th, 2009

Judaica Hamsa

Hamsa Pendants

In recent years, we are seeing a newborn interest in all that is spiritual and mystical. Within this category Hamsa pendants are beautiful. The Hamsa, a symbol, which is believed to have been in use for thousands of years, is a popular fixture in the countries of East East. Hamsa, the Arabic word for five years, it is called that because of the five fingers are shown in Hamsa. As part of the Jewish and Muslim tradition, is many names including the Hand of Fatima in the Muslim culture and Miriam's hand and the hand of Di-s in Jewish culture. Since its origins in the Middle East, is more popular among Sephardic Jews rather than Ashkenazi jewelry.

The Hamsa is believed to bring protection to its owner from harm, especially the evil eye. It is believed that when a person looks at another with a bad eye, such as jealousy or hatred, which actually has a negative effect on the person who is viewed. This is known as the evil eye. Many people are accustomed to the addition of the phrase - "bli" Harah ain, which means - without the evil eye, when talking about the fortunes of other person. Because of this, Hamsa many are decorated with an eye on the palm of the Hamsa, which represents the good eye as opposed to evil eyes.

Other decoration Popular used in hanging Hamsa is fish. Because the fish live under water, it is considered that water protects them from the evil eye. The incorporation of the image of the fish is a prayer that we will be like fish - protected from the evil effects eye.

The Hamsa is a popular charm that comes in many forms. Perhaps the most common form is Jewish Jewelry, however, can also be found on key chains, decorative plates, with different pendants and more, making a splendid gift Judaica. Is a popular custom among Sephardi Jews, who generally are more believers in the mystical side of life, to hang a Hamsa in the driveway, in order to protect the entire family. The Hamsa can also be found in offices, cars and more, for more luck.

Today is hanging Hamsa designed in two main styles. One is the old classic symmetrical design, with three fingers and two thumbs centered on equality, one on each side. The other a more modern design is the natural human hand. The Hamsa can be directed either upward or downward, this has no effect on the power of this amulet.

In recent years, jewelry artists have become increasingly more imaginative and unique designs, many Jews pendants that combine various Jewish symbols can be found. This includes the Star of David pendants Hamsa, Hamsa and Chai pendants, Jerusalem pendant decorated with the Hamsa, Hamsa combined with eye decorations, decorations fish and even the dove of peace, and much more.

To beautify and glorify these hanging Hamsa, many are adorned with stones precious and semi-precious stones, diamonds, diamonds, sapphires and rubies, garnets, beauty, opals and more. Some are decorated with enamel or incredible job intricate filigree work.

Another beautiful ornament hangers are artifacts such as ancient Roman glass and coins Masada. These two thousand years old items add authentic ancient deep historical significance to the jewel.

What better way to feel protected and beautiful with the use of one of the many Hamsa pendants available for purchase in the colorful jewelry market today.

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Baltinester Bros. operate an online store which specializes among others in Jewish Jewelry, special Judaica gifts, Gold name jewelry and Silver name Jewelry.