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Lucky Charms of Israel

11 charms from this country

Charm Traditions in Israel

Israel is home to several of the world's most potent and widely exported amulet traditions. The hamsa (hamesh) — the open hand said to protect against the evil eye — is used equally by Jewish and Arab Israelis, with five fingers representing the five books of Moses for Jews or the five pillars of Islam for Muslims. The Star of David (Magen David) became the definitive symbol of Jewish identity and is worn on pendants, mezuzot, and jewelry as a mark of faith and protection.

The mezuzah — a scroll containing the Shema prayer in a decorated case — is affixed to every doorpost of a Jewish home, fulfilling a biblical commandment and protecting those within. The red Kabbalah string tied around the left wrist, originally from Rachel's Tomb in Bethlehem, is believed to ward off the evil eye and has been popularized globally. The chai symbol (meaning 'life') and the fish (a traditional Hebrew symbol) are among the most popular Jewish lucky charms.

Popular Charms in Israel

Cobalt blue glass evil eye bead amulet with concentric blue and white rings
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Protection
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Evil Eye (Middle East)

Middle East

A blue glass bead charm that reflects the envious gaze before it can cause harm.

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Gold hamsa hand amulet with blue evil eye in center palm
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Protection
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Hamsa Hand

Middle East

An open palm amulet warding off the evil eye across Middle Eastern and North African cultures.

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Gold Star of David pendant with fine wire inlay on a thin gold chain
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Protection
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Star of David

Israel

The six-pointed star that became Judaism's most recognized symbol, now carried as both identity marker and protective charm.

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Silver Jewish Hamsah hand with Hebrew Shema text in center and Star of David details
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Protection
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Hamsah (Jewish)

Israel

The Jewish version of the Hamsa hand, inscribed with Hebrew prayers and the Shema to protect against the evil eye.

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Ornate Moroccan khamsa charm in gold with geometric enamel patterns and hanging bells
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Protection
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Khamsa (Five)

Middle East / North Africa

The sacred number five made physical — a numeral-shaped amulet protecting against the five-fingered evil eye.

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Small glass vial of Dead Sea salt crystals with blue mineral inclusions on a leather cord
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Health
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Dead Sea Salt Charm

Israel

Crystallized salt from the world's saltiest sea, carried for its healing, purifying, and protective mineral power.

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Gold seven-branched Temple menorah charm with decorative base and detailed craftsmanship
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General
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Menorah

Israel

The seven-branched candelabrum, Judaism's oldest symbol of divine light and the endurance of faith against darkness.

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Sterling silver mezuzah case with swirling art nouveau design on a doorpost
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Protection
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Mezuzah

Israel

A scroll of Torah verses in a decorative case affixed to doorposts, transforming Jewish homes into sanctuaries.

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Gold Hebrew Chai symbol pendant with diamond accents on a delicate chain
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Health
חי

Israeli Chai Symbol

Israel

The Hebrew word for 'life' worn as the most personal and meaningful of all Jewish lucky charms.

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Silver pomegranate charm with ruby-red enamel seeds and gold crown calyx
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Wealth
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Pomegranate (Jewish)

Israel

A fruit overflowing with seeds like righteous deeds, a Jewish symbol of abundance, wisdom, and the high holidays.

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Thin red wool Kabbalah string bracelet tied seven times around a wrist
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Protection
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Red Kabbalah String

Israel

A crimson thread tied seven times around the left wrist after visiting Rachel's Tomb, believed to ward off the evil eye.

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