The khamsah hand earliest evidence traces back to Iraq and Tunisia. Alexander the Great is possibly the one who brought it from the Middle East to America . Its one symbol that muslims , Christian's , and Jews believe to have power . Most times these religions are separated but the khamsah brings them together ! Some cultures believe it's the eye of Horus - humans can't escape from the eye of conscience . Other cultures believe it represents blessings , power , and strength .