Prayer to the Magic Figa Hand: The African slaves that came to Brazil from central and southern Africa brought their tribal beliefs and traditions with them. The origin of the Giga coincides with the beginning of the spontaneous liberation of slaves. It was the custom to offer the liberated slave a clenched fist carved of wood or stone. This would identify him as a freed slave. This symbol even allowed him to work for pay. It was the most good fortune that a slave could receive. The best good luck that they could dream of. From that time, the Figa began to be considered a good luck charm. It is interesting to mate that one should never acquire a figa for himself. It is to be offered to someone to whom you wish good luckTalisman with English and Spanish prayer