Hands

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Right hand emerging form a heavenly cloud symbolizes a blessing from God (Moses saw the right of God, but not his face). It often holds a broken chain, scroll, or points to a cross or heaven.

The hand holding a heart is a symbol used by the I.O.O.F (Independent Order of Odd Fellows) and Masons, both fraternal organizations. It symbolizes charity.

Hands (pair) Two hands presumably signify prayer and or supplication.
Hands (clasped) A female hand (with lace at the wrist) is usually on the left side and a male (with cuff and links) is on the right signifying union, marriage, friendship and affection. Used as a sign of farewell, love and friendship not severed by death. A ribbon may join them.
Hand pointing up symbolizes pointing to heaven.

Hand pointing down symbolizes the hand of God descending from heaven.

Hand writing - writing names in the book of life. Can also be found on writer's graves.
 

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