In ancient times, when people believed in the existence of gods and explained actions from a mythological point of view, in order not to know the wrath of their patron, they wore amulets, talismans with his image, and made tattoos. It was also a symbol of the fact that the chosen god protects a person from evil and evil spirits. In order to decide on the choice of a deity, people paid attention to his deeds, actions, powers.
Eye of Horus - a talisman and a shore for the Egyptians
The god Horus was treated with respect and faith, as he was an unusual deity, and had healing eyes. Many writings of ancient Egypt describe various legends associated with Horus, describe his exploits and the meaning of the eye of Horus. The eye of Horus became a talisman and a shore for many Egyptians. They not only wore amulets, but also made eye tattoos.
Legend of the Eye of Horus
Ancient writings glorify the Egyptian god Horus, who was the son of Osiris. Legends interpret that Horus had unusual eyes. The left eye meant the moon, and the right eye meant the sun. For people, the Eye of Horus was of particular importance, as it gave them faith that Horus was protecting them both day and night.
There are several legends about how the Egyptian god lost his left eye. One hypothesis claims that the eye was gouged out with a finger, and Set did it. The second legend says that Set stepped on the eye and squeezed it out. In some scriptures, it is believed that Set swallowed the eye.
There are a couple of versions regarding the restoration of the eye. According to one version, the eye was healed by the Egyptian god Thoth, the second version interprets that Hathor healed the eye, she gave it drink of gazelle milk. Later, an additional hypothesis appeared, according to which, the Egyptian god Anubis performed the rite of burial of the eye, and grapes grew in that place, the eye gave fruit in the form of a vine.
healing eye
The people of ancient Egypt knew about the exploits and deeds of Horus, but the Eye of Horus amulet was not worn immediately. After the battle with Seth, Horus healed his father with the eye, his body, which had already decomposed, was collected into one. After that, the sign of the Eye of Horus began to be applied to the mummies, exactly in the place where they made a hole to free the body from organs and entrails.
People believed that the amulet was able to protect them.
When the eye of the god Horus gained popularity, the Egyptians began to wear amulets with the image of the eye, to make tattoos. People believed that the amulet was able to protect them at any time of the day, able to heal, give courage and courage, it was of great importance to them. The left eye was associated with the lunar cycle. To restore it, the inhabitants of Egypt once a month gathered in the temple and performed a special ceremony.
An amulet with the image of a symbol protected people from the evil eye, tattoos were made on the part of the body that needed to be healed. A talisman and a tattoo could save you from any trouble, and people believed in it.
The value of the amulet today
Belief in the magical and protective effects of the amulet still exists today. People use the Eye of Horus not only to protect themselves from the effects of evil spirits, negative energy or improve health, but also to attract good luck. Today, the Eye of Horus is a talisman of mindfulness, sharpness of thought, mind and gaze. The Eye of Horus will protect you from the negative impact of people who offer:
- Take part in a project in which you need to invest money.
- Take part in financial scams and transactions.
- Make a deal that may seem profitable to you only at first glance.
The talisman will help you see everything that happens not only with your eyes, but also feel it, see everything from the inside, and protect you from manipulation. It will help protect your home, family, business, and finances. During important negotiations, keep the amulet with you. You can get a tattoo, it also has protective properties. The value of the amulet for each person is different, you can use it to protect your health, you can increase wealth.
The talisman will protect from hostile manipulations
Egypt is famous for its ships with the eye of Horus on their prows. Holding the amulet in your hands, you can give yourself orders that everything will work out for you, everything will be fine, and you will be able to achieve what you want, and the talisman will contribute to this. The talisman will help you see what you cannot see with your own eyes. The amulet and tattoo look like an eye, under which there is a spiral. A tear is displayed in the eye. Having passed through this spiral, through obstacles, you will be able to achieve perfection and learn the secrets of the Universe.
The All-Seeing Eye amulet has a long history. It was known to many nations in antiquity and is popular now, in our time.
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History of the All-Seeing Eye amulet
The All-Seeing Eye amulet was revered by many peoples, especially the Egyptians. It has many names - ujad, udyat, wadjet, Eye of God, Eye of Horus and a few more. The Egyptians believed that his influence extends not only to the world of people, but also to the realm of the dead. Ujad symbolized the eternal life of the human soul and its resurrection. 
Some civilizations depicted a symbolic eye on the tombstone so that the spirit of the deceased would not be lost in the afterlife. They were also found in Egyptian burials, it was believed that without the eye of Horus, the deceased could not be resurrected after his death. The talisman is also related to the god Ra, therefore it also symbolizes light, the Sun and victory over darkness.
According to Egyptian legend, one of the gods - Set, had a grudge against his brother Osiris and tried to kill him several times. The first attempt was unsuccessful, Osiris was brought back to life by his wife Isis. After this, the son of Osiris and Isis was born - Gore. During the second attempt to kill his brother, Set dismembered him into many pieces to make it impossible to resurrect. Horus began to take revenge on Seth for his father and began to fight with him. Other gods also participated in many battles, for example, Thoth and Anubis.
In a battle with Seth, Horus lost his eye, after which Thoth healed him. Horus gave his eye to the dead Osiris, but this resurrection attempt was unsuccessful, Osiris could not return to the world of the living and became the ruler of the kingdom of the dead. After that, the eye of Horus became an amulet that symbolized the return from the world of the dead, immortality, protection and healing.
The American Indians had a similar symbol called the eye of the Great Spirit or the eye of the heart. They believed that he sees everything and personifies all-seeing. The ancient Greeks considered the eye to be a symbol of the sun. In Iranian mythology, there are stories about a man who had a solar eye and was immortal. There are references to similar amulets among the Phoenicians, Sumerians and some other peoples.
In Christianity, this symbol has names God's Eye, God's Eye or All-seeing eye. It first appeared in temple architecture in the 17th century. Basically, the pediments of temples and government buildings were decorated with the Eye of God. He symbolized the Almighty, his light, holiness and power. The mog's eye was enclosed in a triangle and surrounded by radiance. In the 18th century, it appeared in icon painting, and there are icons of the All-Seeing Eye even now.
Freemasons have a very similar image of the eye. They call him Radiant Delta or eye of providence. This is one of the most important symbols of Freemasonry, symbolizing the power, wisdom and vigilance of the Creator, the Higher Mind, which guides the students in their search. Currently, such images can be seen on banknotes and awards, on personal amulets and in the architecture of buildings and structures.
The meaning of the amulet God's Eye
Now exists in the form of an eye. This is a Christian symbol in the form of an eye inside a triangle, and the Egyptian Eye of Horus, and many others. In ancient times, different peoples attributed almost the same meaning to them. Now they symbolize the same thing, albeit in different contexts.
God's Eye has very strong protective properties. First of all, it is, which symbolizes help from above in difficult situations. He is in everything. Another meaning is healing and protection from diseases.
Such a charm has a very great power. It can be considered not only protective. The All-Seeing Eye endows a person with spiritual strength, strengthens willpower, helps in the development of intuition, clairvoyance, and teaches to feel the world. It is believed that a person who has been carrying such an amulet with him for a long time cannot be deceived, he is insightful, one might say, he sees through everyone.
The All-Seeing Eye can seriously affect your destiny. With it, you can find the right path in life, see the situation from different angles and solve problems more easily, learn to make the right decisions and take a high position in society or achieve any other goal.
How to wear an eye amulet
Eye amulets were common among most civilizations on our planet. There were many materials on which their images were applied. Basically, they depended on the country in which the talisman was made.
For the most part, this is a personal amulet. It is not quite suitable for the home, but some people use it in this way. Sometimes there are such amulets in offices. This is a good option, especially if the image is placed in a place that is somehow related to your goal that you want to achieve. If the qualities of the Eye of Horus are needed in a career, then it is better to place it on the desktop or in one of its drawers.
As a personal amulet, the eye is made from any metal, faience, clay, wood, stone. You can use absolutely any material. It can be a pendant, a bracelet, a ring, or even a quality drawing on paper that will always be with you.
In general, regardless of religious predilections. The talisman has practically no negative value.
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The eye of Horus tattoo is a serious symbol that is rarely applied as a banal body decoration. Like the ancient Egyptian ankh cross, the sign acts as a strong amulet and amulet. It brings good luck and happiness to those who sincerely believe in its power and honor traditions. What is the true meaning of the symbol, what should you be aware of when choosing a sketch?
The myth of the hawk eye
The Eye of Horus is a magical and mysterious symbol endowed with powerful energy. His image can be found in the Egyptian "Book of the Dead", where he personifies the divine world order. This drawing served as a talisman against negative influences, deceit and evil. Ujat, eye of Ra, hawk's eye - all these are other names of the ancient sign. The hieroglyph itself consists of two words and is translated as "guarding the eye."
The god Horus was the son of Osiris and Isis and was depicted as a man with the head of a falcon. He lost his left eye in a fight with Set, but later he was healed by the god of wisdom Thoth. The right eye was the personification of the Sun, and the left eye was the Moon. It was the damaged eye that began to have amazing properties. According to legend, Horus was able to resurrect his father Osiris with his help. Later, the Egyptians began to believe that a person whose soul has departed to another world acquires the eye of a god.
The left eye of the god Horus was worn as an amulet by the pharaohs. The product was made of gold or colored glass. Sometimes the image could be seen on Egyptian vessels and in houses. The right eye guarded people during the day, and the left eye at night.
Today, the eye of Horus has the same meaning as hundreds of thousands of years ago. A similar amulet is also worn with oneself, charging with its positive energy.
The symbol in the triangle can be seen on the one dollar bill at the top of the pyramid. This is a powerful sign responsible for financial stability and power. The sign was common among Masons and was partially borrowed from the Christian religion.
Who will suit the tattoo
The main meaning of the tattoo is vigilance, wisdom, vigilance. In the image, you can see the rolling tear in the form of a spiral. It symbolizes the obstacles in the way of man. Only having passed all the tests with dignity, one can know the sacred meaning of being and the secrets of the Universe. It is believed that the tattoo of the eyes of Horus has a healing effect. It is enough to put a tattoo on a problematic place - and health will certainly improve. At least that's what our ancestors thought.
This tattoo is suitable for both women and men. For the representatives of the stronger sex, it promises career growth, good luck in business, material well-being, helps in making the right decisions, gives self-confidence, exposes liars and hypocrites.
Girls with a similar symbol can protect the family from the machinations of ill-wishers and envious people. In addition, the tattoo will allow them to manage the family budget wisely and avoid unplanned expenses.
Tattoos of the eyes of Horus in a triangle and a pyramid are an auspicious sign that guarantees financial stability and success in your endeavors. The pyramid itself represents permanence and majesty, and in combination with another important Egyptian symbol, its significance and strength are doubled.
The location of the drawing is very important. For example, the eye of Horus tattoo (see photo in the gallery), located on the left, is a talisman and protects against witchcraft and damage. The image in the region of the heart is applied from love spells and love spells. If the symbol is on the right, this is an amulet for good luck, especially in money matters.
A similar pattern is best done on closed areas of the body in places of blood circulation. The eye of Horus tattoo on the wrist in this case is ideal.
Technique
Monochrome tattoos are the most in demand. The traditional teardrop pattern is done in black and on a medium scale. Sketches in the style of minimalism are the best fit in this case. Simplicity and style are the hallmarks of technology.
Fans of experiments can stop their attention on colored tattoos. Sometimes the eye of Horus is depicted with an ankh symbol or with a pyramid. Then the sacred meaning of the composition is enhanced. Such a pattern on a large scale will look spectacular on the shoulder, shoulder blade or back. For miniature tattoos, the wrist, neck, ankle are suitable.
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Eye of Horus
Wadjet - an ancient Egyptian symbol, is a hawk's eye, knocked out from Horus during his fight with Set. It symbolized the moon, whose phases were explained by damage during the legendary battle. It personifies various spheres of the world order, from royal power to fertility.
The eye, or the Eye of Horus, which is also called Atshet or the All-Seeing Eye, the Eye of Healing, has always meant hidden wisdom and clairvoyance, personified protection, healing from illness and resurrection after death. One of the legends tells about the case when Set killed Osiris, Horus resurrected Osiris, letting him eat his eye, cut into pieces by Set, which the god Thoth spliced and revived.
The Eye of Horus is depicted as an eye with an eyebrow and a spiral. Many researchers explain this part of the Eye as a symbol of energy and eternal life, perpetual motion. Often the Eye is depicted in color using blue, blue-green, green and red.
Amulets in the form of the eye of Horus were worn by both pharaohs and ordinary people. They were placed in a shroud to the mummies, so that the deceased would be resurrected in the Kingdom of the Underworld.
The surviving ancient Egyptian texts have brought to us various versions of the myth of the eye of Horus. According to one of them, Set pierced the eye of Horus with his finger, according to another - stepped on him, according to the third - swallowed him. One of the texts says that Hathor (or Tefnut) restored the eye by drinking it with the milk of gazelles. Another reports that Anubis buried the eye on a mountainside, where it sprouted in the form of a vine.
Horus used the revived eye to resurrect his father Osiris. After Osiris swallowed the eye of Horus, his dismembered body fused, just as happened with the eye itself. In order to help with the resurrection, images of the eye of Horus were applied to Egyptian mummies at the hole through which the insides were taken out of them. Monthly in the temples of Egypt, rituals were held to "restore" the eye of Horus, associated with the lunar cycle.
“Isis conceived Horus from the dead Osiris, who was killed by the god of the desert, Seth, his brother. Having retired deep into the swampy Nile Delta, Isis gave birth and raised her son Horus, who, having matured, in a dispute with Set, seeks to recognize himself as the sole heir of Osiris.
In the battle with Set, the killer of his father, Horus is defeated - Set pulled out his eye, the wonderful Eye, but then Horus defeated Set and deprived him of his masculinity. He gave his wonderful Eye of Horus to be swallowed by his father, and he came to life. After the defeat of Set, the eye of Horus grew again. The resurrected Osiris gave his throne in Egypt to Horus, and he himself became the king of the underworld.
The hieroglyphs of the divine eye in Egyptian writing are translated as "eye" and "protect". Thus, the general meaning of this sign is: "guarding the eye." Apparently, in the outline of this symbol, both the features of the human eye and the features of the falcon are reflected.
In one of the elements of Wadjet, scientists see a symbolic image of a falcon - the incarnation of Horus.
In Egyptian arithmetic, the components of the Wadjet were used to write fractions from 1/2 to 1/64, and were also used to measure capacities and volumes.
Proportions of the Eye of Ra:
Proportions of the divine eye:
most of the eye: 1/2 (or 32/64)
pupil: 1/4 (or 16/64)
eyebrow: 1/8 (or 8/64)
smaller part of the eye: 1/16 (or 4/64)
tear drop: 1/32 (or 2/64)
falcon sign: 1/64
Wadget: 63/64
The eye was depicted on Egyptian tombstones to help the dead in the afterlife. Often on the amulet of the Eye, a royal cobra was also depicted guarding it. Wadjet was also depicted on the bow of the boats so that they would not go astray. The Eye of Horus served as a prototype of the painted eyes that were inserted into the statues and masks of the dead in order to "revive" them and infuse the soul during the ritual of "opening the mouth and eyes."
“Your soul descends on the sacred sycamore, you call to Isis, and Osiris hears your voice, and Anubis comes to call you. You receive the oil of the country of Manu, which came from the East, and Ra rises above you at the gates of the horizon near the sacred doors of Neith. You pass them, your soul is now in the higher heavens, and the body is in the lower ones ... O Osiris, may the Eye of Horus forever transmit what blooms in it to you and your heart! After pronouncing these words, the ceremony was repeated once more. Then, the internal organs taken out of the body were placed for soaking in the “liquid of the sons of Horus”, the corresponding texts were read over them and placed in burial vessels.
Maspero G. "The Ritual of Embalming" ("Le Rituel de I'Embaumement") - ancient Egyptian papyrus, containing a description of part of the rite of "opening the mouth and eyes."
The left hawk eye of Horus symbolizes the Moon, the right - the Sun, the spiral - eternal life. The left eye was damaged in a fight with Set - and this explains the lunar cycle and the unstable phases of the moon. The all-seeing eye of Horus was also associated by the Egyptians with the North Star, as a symbol of illumination. Eye and eyebrow - strength and power, left and right eye - North and South, Sun and Moon, heavenly space.
In culture, the image of a mountain is often associated with invincibility and wisdom, but at the same time, the mountain range almost always acted as a natural barrier, the border between the worlds.
The specific meaning of a mountain tattoo will depend on a variety of circumstances. These are the colors used in the execution of the drawing, and the plot, and the appearance of the depicted vertex. Of course, a blooming, sunlit mountain will most likely symbolize stability and protection.
An example of such a mountain is Olympus, the home of the gods. A tattoo of a gloomy, cloud-covered peak will have the opposite meaning. The image of Golgotha fully meets these characteristics. Therefore, the meaning of such a figure may be ambiguous. The image of the mountain is applied to any part of the body, both men and women. The choice of plot and symbolism depends on the nature and personality of the customer.
Horus eye tattoo
Another, perhaps even more popular plot, is the eye of Horus tattoo - a symbol of the ancient Egyptian deity Ra.
The meaning of this symbol has not changed over the millennia - it is a protective amulet that drives away evil spirits, giving the bearer of this sign vigilance and vigilance. The meaning of the Horus eye tattoo is completely the same as the symbolism of Ancient Egypt. The location on the body can be arbitrary. The symbol is equally suitable for both sexes. Regardless of the nature or type of occupation.
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Sketches of mountain tattoos
The all-seeing eye is an ancient symbol that is very popular among many peoples. It is found in various beliefs as well as cultures. Some researchers believe that this is a Masonic symbol, but this is not entirely true. Indeed, Masons used it in their rituals, but it arose long before the creation of this order.
The all-seeing eye is depicted in two ways. The first is an eye that is enclosed within a triangle with equal sides. At the same time, it is not clear which eye (right or left) is depicted on the pyramid. Rays are located around the triangle. The second way - the eye is located at the top of the pyramid, which is separated from the base. It is believed that such a symbol has powerful magical properties. It can be found even on the US dollar. To be more precise, it is a 1-dollar bill. Since this sign is depicted on the dollar, it is very popular with users.
In addition, it can be found on papyri that have come down to our times from Ancient Egypt. In addition, the all-seeing eye can be found on many Orthodox icons. Today we will talk about the meaning of this symbol and how it can be used in everyday life.
It is believed that this symbol originated more than six thousand years ago. It was found on the scrolls of Ancient Egypt. In those days, it was believed that this eye is a symbol of the formidable and great god Horus. That is why it was called the Eye of Horus. It was believed that this god has unusual eyes. The left eye was the Moon and the right eye was the Sun. Therefore, the Mountain knew everything that happened around both day and night. Nothing could hide from this god. He severely punished sinners who violated the laws of God. Therefore, the Eye of Horus was considered an all-seeing eye. Everyone revered and respected him, and many even feared him. In addition, it was believed that the Eye of Horus guides the true path and bestows enlightenment of the soul. However, if the eye was drawn with an eyebrow, then the meaning of such a symbol was different. In this case, the Eye of Horus spoke of the strength and power of this god.
In ancient Egypt, the image of an eye enclosed in a pyramid was used only by priests for various rituals. Wearing the Eye of Horus on the body was forbidden to people.
If we talk about what the eye in the triangle means among other peoples, then among the Indians, for example, it meant the Eye of the Great Spirit. It was believed that with his help he observes everything that happens in people.
In the countries of the East, the eye, a sign enclosed in a triangle, symbolized the Sun and the Moon. The sun observes what is happening on Earth during the day, and the Moon, respectively, at night.
In Buddhism, the All-Seeing Eye matters - wisdom and true knowledge, the path to which this amulet opened. This is where the term “third eye” comes from. It was believed that with its help you can see the future.
In ancient Greece, the All-Seeing Eye was the symbol of Apollo and Zeus. It in this case means true knowledge, divine light and omniscience. In addition, the amulet with this image was used to protect against evil witchcraft.
The meaning of the symbol among the Celts is an evil eye. He personifies evil and an unclean conscience.
The pyramid with the all-seeing eye is also very popular in Christianity. The triangle in this case denotes the Holy Trinity. His sides are God the Father, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. The eye itself symbolizes the eye of God. With his help, he monitors everything that is happening on Earth. In addition, he can look into the soul of every person and find out all his thoughts. With this eye, God sees the whole essence, without distortion. Thanks to him, on the day of the Great Judgment, each person will receive what he deserves. As for the rays that are depicted next to the pyramid, in this case they symbolize the divine radiance.
The meaning of the eye amulet in the triangle
The all-seeing eye is one of the most powerful amulets. Its main meaning is protection of a person from evil forces. It gives protection from various diseases. In addition, it is believed that the All-Seeing Eye can heal from ailments.
This amulet contributes to the development of the gift of clairvoyance and intuition. With its help, you can predict the occurrence of certain situations.
In addition, this amulet helps to reveal any deception. In addition, the All-Seeing Eye gives a person a charge of positive energy, as well as vitality. A triangle with an eye gives the owner good luck and success in all endeavors.
This amulet helps a person to know his true destiny, opens the shortest path to knowledge and makes it possible to avoid false truths. In addition, the talisman helps to make the right decision even in the most difficult situations.
How to use the All-Seeing Eye Charm
The all-seeing eye is a talisman for personal use. It can be worn as jewelry. The most commonly used pendant or pendant with the image of this symbol. In addition, it can be embroidered on clothes. The image of this eye can also be hung on the walls of the house or above the front door to protect the home from evil forces. However, it will not have the same power as an amulet for personal use.
In addition, you can get a tattoo with the image of the All-Seeing Eye. Tattoo Eye in a triangle has the following meaning - wisdom, knowledge and strength. In addition, such an image symbolizes a connection with the other world. That is why it is often made by shamans and magicians.
Such a tattoo is very popular among both the representatives of the stronger sex and the fair sex. If we talk about what the All-Seeing Eye tattoo means for men, then in this case, with its help, a person declares himself as a strong personality. In addition, the tattoo serves to protect against evil forces.
If we talk about what a tattoo of an eye enclosed in a triangle for girls means, then with its help the fair sex declare themselves as a mysterious person. In addition, such an image indicates that the girl has a highly developed intuition.
However, ladies should do such a tattoo with great care. If it is performed on the wrist, then the girl will indicate that she has a non-traditional sexual orientation.
A pyramid eye tattoo is most often performed on the shoulder, back, and in men also on the wrist.
The all-seeing eye is one of the most mysterious and magically powerful symbols. It opens the way to true knowledge and helps a person to understand his true destiny. An eye enclosed in a pyramid gives a connection with other worlds. That is why it is often used by magicians and shamans for various rituals.
Since the beginning of time, people have used talismans with various symbols to protect themselves from evil forces and gain the support of good deities. One of the most powerful amulets that can really help its owner is the Eye of Horus, which was well known to the inhabitants of Ancient Egypt. His modified images are found on Christian churches, American dollars and in Masonic symbols. And today, many people believe that such a talisman brings good luck and protects from all sorts of troubles. Why has the Eye of Horus been so popular for thousands of years?
Myths and legends of ancient Egypt
Wadjet (eye of Horus or eye of Ra) is a mystical symbol that serves as a powerful amulet. According to legend, the left eye of the supreme deity of ancient Egypt, which was depicted as a man with the head of a falcon, is able to resurrect the dead.
As you know, Horus is the son of the supreme god Osiris and his wife Isis. He was born after the insidious Set, personifying death and destruction, killed his own brother in order to personally lead the pagan pantheon. Wanting to avenge the death of his father, who was insidiously dismembered and could not rise again, as is typical of the gods, Horus fought with his uncle. In a duel, the more experienced Set deprived the falcon god of his left eye.
True, help immediately arrived in time for the heir. Some sources claim that the damaged eye was healed by the god Anubis, in other ancient Egyptian papyri deciphered by researchers, it is said that the goddess Hathor took on this noble mission. One way or another, Horus decided to donate his left eye to resurrect his father. Thanks to the enormous vitality contained in the divine eye, the body of Osiris grew together again.
True, the father of the young falcon decided to stay in the world of the dead and rightly rule there, punishing the souls of sinners. And Horus became the supreme ruler of the world of the living, inheriting the throne of his father after the overthrow of the usurper Set.
It is noteworthy that in Scandinavian mythology there is a similar plot, though the head of the local pagan pantheon Odin gave his eye as a kind of sacrifice to the titan Mimir, and in return he allowed the deity to drink from the source of great wisdom.
People have always believed that representatives of the higher worlds are able to see everything, even hidden behind seven seals. Therefore, their eyes in the minds of mere mortals were endowed with great power. Horus occupied a special place in the pagan pantheon of Ancient Egypt; it was not for nothing that the sun god Ra was considered one of the incarnations of the mighty falcon.
The right eye of the son of Osiris was associated with the daylight, and the left eye with the night. Since the Moon is constantly changing, disappearing from the sky and returning to it again, the myth of the lost eye of Horus originally explained the various phases of the night star. The moon disappeared - it was Horus who lost his eye.
The very word "wadjet" in ancient Egyptian writing consists of two hieroglyphs: "protect" and "eye". That is, even then this symbol was used by people as a powerful amulet.
The All-Seeing Eye watches over everyone
Interestingly, the story of the goddess Isis, forced to hide from the minions of Set with the baby Horus, who eventually became the supreme deity of Egypt, surprisingly echoes the New Testament. The Mother of God with the newborn Jesus in her arms, even in iconography, was often depicted in much the same way as the ancient Egyptian goddess with the son of Osiris was painted on the walls of the tombs of the pharaohs.
Therefore, it is not surprising that the Eye of Horus also found its reflection in Christian teaching, transforming into the All-Seeing Eye, framed by a triangle, which symbolizes the Holy Trinity. The image of the eye can be seen on the walls of many Catholic, Protestant and Orthodox churches, chapels, cathedrals. For Christians all over the world, this symbol means that the Almighty sees all the actions of people, he carefully watches every person.
During the Renaissance, when European philosophers were rethinking medieval beliefs, the image of the eye began to be called the Eye of Providence. The symbolism of the inevitability of punishing justice, which knows all the hidden sins of people, has faded into the background. This sign began to contact the support of higher powers, which will always see that a person is in a difficult situation and needs help.
On the portico of the Kazan Cathedral in St. Petersburg and on the bas-relief of the Alexander Column, installed on the Palace Square of the northern capital, as well as on some other monuments of Russian architecture, you can see the image of the All-Seeing Eye. It is engraved on most military medals of the 19th century, which were awarded to soldiers and officers of the Russian army.
Masons and the Great Seal of the United States
The occult societies of Europe and North America also made extensive use of the Eye of Horus in their symbolism. For example, for Freemasons, who called themselves Freemasons, the mythology of Ancient Egypt was something of a hidden sacred knowledge. They depicted an eye from which rays of light emanated downward, towards the earth. This interpretation of the ancient symbol was called the "Radiant Delta". She served the Masons as the personification of the enlightenment of the Creator and was supposed to light the way for new adherents of the occult teaching, marking the initial stage of initiation.
The image of the Radiant Delta was first published in 1797 in the book The Freemason Reviewer, written by Thomas Smith Webb. It is noteworthy that on the back of the Great Seal of the United States a similar symbol appeared several years earlier, which gives various conspiracy theorists the opportunity to assert that Freemasons stood at the origins of American statehood.
The fact is that the newly formed country was in dire need of its own heraldic signs. Work on the national emblem, which was supposed to confirm the sovereignty of the United States, began in 1776. Both members of Congress and heraldry artists were involved in the creation of the sketch. One such consultant was Francis Hopkinson, the author of the Stars and Stripes flag and coat of arms of New Jersey. It was he who proposed to depict a truncated pyramid with the Eye of Providence hovering above it on the reverse of the Great Seal of the United States. The sketch of the state symbol was approved by Congress on June 20, 1782.
From the Great Seal of the United States, the image of the Eye of Horus migrated to the $1 bill. According to many occultists, in this way the Americans achieved the prosperity of their economy: they enlisted the support of higher powers.
In addition, sailors from different countries often depicted the Eye of Horus on their ships, hoping that this would save them from storms and storms.
Modern meaning
Many tourists visiting modern Egypt bring amulets with them, which depict the Eye of Horus. This symbol can often be seen on jewelry, bijouterie. On bracelets, pendants, and earrings, it is not always the left eye of the falcon god, which symbolizes the Moon and sharpens intuition, that is engraved. It is believed that the image of the right eye, associated with the Sun, can also be used as an amulet that brings good luck.
The eye of the falcon god, according to symbolism experts, is able to protect a person from various diseases, problems and the evil eye of envious people. This ancient symbol helps young people find the right path in life, and businessmen with its help manage to make profitable deals. The Eye of Horus bestows wisdom on leaders, and inspiration on creative individuals. True, such amulets help only those who believe in their mystical power.
So, from the dawn of civilization to the present day, people are used to counting and relying on the support of this symbol. Many people think that the prosperity of the United States is connected precisely with the Eye of Horus, depicted on the Great Seal of this country.
“And since he helps the Americans, then we will benefit,” people argue.
