Eye of Horus

Eye of Horus, a hieroglyph and symbol

Seven different hieroglyphs are used to represent the “eye”-(human body parts). One is the common usage of the verb: to do, make, or perform. The other frequently used hieroglyph is the Wedjat, a sacred eye symbol that gives a mummy the ability “to see again”, called the Eye of Horus after his cult rose to prominence as the son of Hathor.

This eye an ancient symbol of protection and royal power from deities, in this case from Horus or Ra. The symbol is seen on images of Horus’ mother, Isis, and on other deities associated with her.