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Eye of Ra

Eye of Ra is also called eye of Re, eye of Rah, and is a symbol of the sun. It is a symbol of ancient Egypt, symbolizing the authority of the royal family. 


Ra's Eye was the creator god of the universe in Egyptian mythology and one of the most important symbols of ancient Egypt. For the Egyptians, it was one of the key elements to create the world and maintain the order of the Egyptian kingdom. 


Some researchers believed that the sun disk surrounded by two cobras is a symbol of the Egyptian Ra’s Eye. 


About Ra: 


Ra is arguably the most important god in ancient Egypt, the beginning of all things. He is considered the creator of the universe. The sun god, he is the origin of life, light and heat. He is also the father and king of the gods, which makes him the head of the Egyptian gods. 


Symbol usages:  

Ra's Eye pendant


The eyes of Ra are painted on the pharaoh's amulets and are often seen on cultural relics, mummies and tombs. 


Ra’s Eye is one of the most common religious symbols in Egyptian art and is also used in clothing, hats, and tattoos. 


In jewelry design, it often appears in hand-carved wooden pendants, medals, earrings, and bracelet pendants, worn as lucky charms or amulets. 


Symbolic meanings: 


Ra’s eyes have a very special meaning, because they are a symbol of his power. Originally, Ra's Eye was meant to suppress those who disregarded the rules of gods such as war or murder. 


Birth: Ra’s Eye plays the role of Ra’s mother and partner, representing fertility and birth. It gives life power. 


Powerful power: Ra is the sun god, and his eyes are called "eyes that can see everything." 


Protection: The Eye of Ra is seen as a symbol of royal authority and protection because it is painted on amulets worn by the pharaoh to resist evil entities, spells or enemies. 


Difference from eye of Horus: 


The eye of Horus is the left eye, and the eye of Ra is the right eye. 


According to the Egyptians, the eye of Ra is a symbol of the sun, while the eye of Horus is characterized by the moon.