Hamsa (disambiguation)

Hamsa (disambiguation)

Hamsa can refer to:
*Hamsa, a Near Eastern symbol often used as a protective amulet by Muslims and Jews.
*Hamsa (bird), a goose or swan in Indian culture.
*Hamsa (musical group) (חמסה), an Israeli musical quintet.
*A subsidiary Purana in Hinduism.


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