Hamsa
A hand-shaped amulet used as a protective talisman against evil.
The Hamsa is a palm-shaped amulet popular throughout the Middle East and North Africa, often used for protection against the evil eye. The open hand typically features an eye symbol in its center, believed to ward off negative energies and bring good fortune. It is found in Islamic and Jewish traditions, among others, and is regarded as a symbol of divine protection, health, and blessings. Hamsas are crafted into wall hangings, keychains, jewelry, and other decorative items. Beyond its spiritual significance, it has become a widely recognized motif in art and fashion across cultures.
Keywords
Subordinate
Examples
- • I bought a 🪬 as a travel talisman.
- • I have a 🪬 hanging on my wall for protection.
Technical Info
Unicode
U+1FAAC
NCR (Decimal)
🪬
NCR (Hexadecimal)
🪬
GitHub Short Code
:hamsa:
Sentiment
positive
Version
E14.0
Emoji Representations (Platform, Font)
🪬
Noto Emoji (Mono)
🪬
Your Device
Emoji Only Sentences
Journey of Protection
🪬➡️👁❌
🏠✨🛡️