Horus

Eye of Horus

Horus blinded by Seth

In ancient Egyptian mythology, there are various versions of the story of Horus and Set. One of the most famous versions is the one where Horus, the god of the sky, engages in a fierce battle with Set, the god of the desert. During the confrontation, Horus loses his left eye, which was a symbol of the moon. The eye would later be restored by Thoth, the god of knowledge. However, this is just the beginning of the story.

In one version of the tale, Horus and Set reconcile, and Horus offers the eye to Osiris, his father, as a gift. Osiris was the god of the afterlife and death and was often depicted as a mummified king. In another retelling, Horus offers the eye to his father, Osiris, in an attempt to bring him back to life. This reflects the ancient Egyptian belief in resurrection and the importance of the afterlife.

The eye of Horus also had healing properties and was used to cure sickness. It was believed to have the power to ward off evil spirits and protect the wearer from harm. This significance of the eye is reflected in Egyptian art, where it is often depicted as a symbol of protection and power.

The story of Horus and Set is a fascinating tale of conflict, reconciliation, and sacrifice. It represents the rich mythology and beliefs of ancient Egypt and continues to captivate and intrigue people to this day.

Symbolism and Meaning

The Eye of Horus is a symbol that represents the five senses: touch, taste, hearing, sight, and smell, as well as the sense of thought.

In the myths and legends of Egypt, Horus, the Sun God, is blinded by Set, the God of the East of the Nile. The Sun rises in the East and sets in the West, bringing nighttime. The lands of Egypt would be shrouded in darkness, and to the average person living in those days, they would have to walk in darkness, vulnerable to predators and effectively blind.

This symbolism takes on a deeper meaning when it comes to the subject of spiritual enlightenment or ascension. The five senses and thoughts that are readily accessible to the average human can be developed and enhanced into the “spiritual” senses or “clairs.”

The “Clairs”

• Clairvoyance: the ability to see things that are not visible to the naked eye.
• Clairaudience: the ability to hear sounds that are not audible to the average person.
• Clairsentience: the ability to feel the emotions and energy of others.
• Clairalience: the ability to smell scents that are not present in the physical world.
• Clairgustance: the ability to taste things that are not physically present.
• Claircognizance: the ability to know things without being told or having prior knowledge of them.

These abilities are often seen as a way to enhance one's spiritual development and move towards a deeper understanding of the world and oneself. They can be developed and honed through various practices such as meditation, vocalization, and energy work.