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Amulets
Group of Four Amulets: Cobra, Vulture, Djed Pillar, and Heart
Third Intermediate Period ca. 1000–945 B.C.
Found strung around the neck of the Priestess of Amun Djedmutesankh, these four amulets may have served as a magical charm. From right to left, they might be read: "Mut (the vulture goddess) says, 'may her heart endure." It has been suggested that they also form a pun on her name, which can be translated as "Mut says, 'may she live.'"
EYE OF HORUS
The Eye of Horus is an ancient Egyptian symbol that represents protection, health, and restoration. It is also associated with prosperity, progress, and power
Vegvisir Compass Rune
Vegvisir, meaning that which shows the way, is an Icelandic compass rune for travelers and wayfinders to always find the right path or direction in their travels. In one of the manuscripts, it was claimed that the carrier of such sign will never lose their way in any storm or poor weather, and will always be able to find the road to their goal even if that road was previously unknown to them.
Ohm Symbol
The meaning of ohm is an ancient word that is shrouded in mystery. The sound is said to invoke a divine spark that resides within all things and gives them life. In Hinduism, it symbolizes the word "Omkar," which means creative power of sound as well as spirit or soul.
