Egyptian Research

Ancient Egypt

Four and a half thousand years ago, in the south on the north,east tip of Africa an new civilization was taking place, in Egypt. A Greek writer, Herodotus in the 5th Century BC visited this place, and wrote about the three pyramids that are found in the banks of the River Nile and the wanderers that are not found in any other world. During this period Egyptians brought great knowledge to the human race as they discovered many things that are being studied till today.

- Egyptian Symbols....

Many symbols are found in many murals that are found in Egypt. these are very interesting symbols that have a meaning behind them. the most popular two symbols are; The Ankh, and The Udjat (Eye of Horus).

The Ankh.....

The looped cross design is a recognized Egyptian symbol, that means eternal life. Each Egyptian God carry this cross to show that they can give and take life. it was often used on walls and tombs to show and give the sense of the after life and the eternal life of the soul.

The Udjat ( Eye of Horus)

This is also known as the eye of Ra 'Wedjat' that symbolize protection and the royal power, that was used to wear as jewellery. It's powers was linked with the heat of the sun. in this symbol the Egyptians used each shape and form to represent the six senses.

Modern Tattoos....

Nowadays people of this generation are using these symbols as tattoos that are being changed in an abstract look.

Original Design of the Eye of Horus, Tattoo

   

Abstract Design of The Eye of Horus, Tattoo

Reference....

-  Ian Crofton 1990, The Guinness Encyclopedia, Gunness Publishing Ltd,1990, A History of The World, Ancient Egypt

-  Ancient Egyptian Documentary - Complete History - 8000 BC to 30 BC - Part 1[video online] Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KuUMe-43A3E  [Published on Sep 16 2013]