Praying Hands – Large

Praying hands symbolize obedience, submission, sincerity, repentance, veneration and respect in regard to one’s higher power.

While the familiar praying hands posture of hands held pressed together in front of one’s heart is often associated with Christianity . The gesture may have evolved in part from the ancient tradition of placing one’s folded hands into that of the ruler to show fidelity and loyalty. The physical ritual of putting one’s hands together in prayer can help calm a busy mind to focus on the higher power.

This beautiful Praying hands is finely hand made out of Olive Wood, the wood of the Holiest Tree in the Holy Land, made by some Christian families in Bethlehem, using the prunes of young olive trees, and the sprouts from the trunks of the old tree. No Tree was damaged or destroyed in the process of harvesting the wood. Olive Wood does not require much care. Olive oil is naturally protecting it from corrosion and changes of color.

It makes a unique and great holiday gift and any occasion for your friends and family.

size  H 6.5 W 3.5 D 2.5