Eye of Ra

The "Eye of Ra" is a significant ancient Egyptian symbol associated with the deity Ra, the sun god, and is often used to represent protection, royal power, and good health. It's sometimes confused with the "Eye of Horus," which, although similar, has its own unique symbolic meanings related to healing and protection.

In particular, the distinction between the "Eye of Ra" and the "Eye of Horus" was discussed by Mehcad Brooks on the

. Brooks explained that while Horus represents the interior vision or the "third eye", which is an inner light source emanating outward, Ra is associated with the sun itself. He described the Eye of Horus as connecting to the right brain, which is considered the seat of creativity and intuition, whereas the Eye of Ra is more traditionally viewed as a powerful and preserving force, overseeing and protecting the universe 1.