Although the origin of hand-raising is not known, it has been recorded throughout history. For instance, in … See more

In the Bible, there are many references to hand-raising, clapping, and raising both hands in prayer. Some ancient inscriptions found in Israel also refer to lifting hands in prayer. When Moses raises his hands to God, this act… See more

The Statue of Liberty, which can be found on Liberty Island in New York City, is a very well-known sculptural art piece depicting a woman holding a torch with her hand raised in the air. The sculpture was built in 1886 and stands … See more

From preschool, children are generally taught to indicate they have a question to ask their teacher or that they wish to answer a question posed to the class by raising one hand above their head, with the palm open a… See more

In a courtroom, jurors and witnesses are required to swear an oath before partaking in a trial. This involves the individual raising their right hand, often placing the other hand on an object of ceremonial importance, … See more