What does the Eye of Ra stand for?

Question

i've heard this be called many things Eye of Horrus, Eye of Ra i would like to know it's meaning

Answer 1

Designed to resemble the eye of a falcon, this symbol is called the Eye of Ra or Eye of Horus represents the right eye of the Egyptian Falcon God Horus.

The symbol was frequently used in jewellery made of gold, silver, lapis, wood, porcelain, and carnelian, to ensure the safety and health of the bearer and provide wisdom and prosperity. However, it was also known as the "Eye of Ra", a powerful destructive force linked with the fierce heat of the sun which was described as the "Daughter of Ra".

Answer 2

It represents the divine power that the pharaohs received. It may be the inspiration for the "eye in the pyramid" in the Great Seal of the United States via Freemasonry.

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