Ancient Egypt
Horus
God of the Sky and Kingship
- sky
- kingship
- protection
About Horus
The falcon-headed sky god whose eyes were the sun and moon, and the divine model for every pharaoh.
A famous story
Horus avenged his father Osiris by battling his uncle Set for the throne of Egypt, losing an eye in the struggle. The restored Eye of Horus became a powerful symbol of protection and healing, and living pharaohs were seen as Horus on earth.
Temple
Temple of Edfu
Edfu, Egypt
One of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, dedicated entirely to Horus.