The Khamsa from the, meaning five used in amulets, charms and jewelry to protect against the "evil eye." It's widely used in the Arab World, and's commonly associated with both Muslim and Jewish culture in the region. Nevertheless, the symbol predates the rise of monotheistic religions, having been widely used in antiquity. An alternative Muslim name for the Khamsa's the Hand of Fatima, in reference to Fatima Zahra, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad. Jewish communities sometimes use the name… (More on Khamsa)