The Eye Of Horus
The Eye of Horus is a very ancient symbol. It has been found on amulets dating back to 3000 BC, making it one of the oldest still-recognizable symbols used by mankind. Also known as the wadjet, the Eye of Horus signifies concepts related to healing: restoration of health, wealth, or property, and protection of same. To this day, the Eye of Horus is immediately recognizable and associated with ancient Egypt. It appears in video games, movies, and on novelty t shirts.
Who was Horus?
Horus was a very important god of ancient Egypt. Depicted with the head of a falcon, he is often identified with Ra, the sun god. His enemy, for much of Egyptian history, was considered to be the god Set. Set is depicted with the head of an unknown animal. What specific animal Set is supposed to be is a subject of speculation among scholars, who designate the unknown creature as “the 
Set animal”.
Egypt began as two big kingdoms: Upper Egypt in the south, and Lower Egypt in the north. Upper Egypt was “upper” because it is where the source of the Nile was, and the Nile flows downhill. So Lower Egypt in the north is “lower” because it is further down, vertically. The unification of Upper Egypt and Lower Egypt was symbolized by the reconciliation between Horus and Set. Horus and Set are reconciled, and by being reconciled, they unite Egypt.
Pharaonic Names
For a long time, the Pharaohs of ancient Egypt had many names. Beginning with three names, they gradually expanded over the millennia until they had five names. But even at the beginning, one of the royal names was the “Horus name”, or the name the Pharaoh took to associate him with Horus. As time went by, the Pharaoh was gradually considered to be a descendant or incarnation of Horus himself.
The Eye of Horus is famous because it’s more than just an ancient Egyptian symbol. In a way, the Eye of Horus stands for Egypt itself. The Eye of Horus comes from Horus, and Horus is the Pharaoh, and the Pharaoh is Egypt. Keep in mind that the dynasties of Egypt lasted from 3000 BC until the civilization was destroyed by the Muslim conquests of the 7th century. That means that Ancient Egypt lasted for three and a half millennia! To put that in perspective, Cleopatra (31 BC) lived closer in time to the moon landing (1969 AD) than she did to the building of the Great Pyramid of Giza (2500 BC). So when you wear an Eye of Horus t shirt, you’re bearing a symbol so old that it was already ancient when the Romans were building the Colosseum in 80 AD. It’s the perfect choice for a necklace, poster, or novelty t shirt.
What are Saggittarius traits?
In ancient Greek mythology, medicine was considered to have been created by a centaur named Chiron. Chiron was thought to be a wise old centaur who had gifted the knowledge of medicine to human kind. You could almost call him the centaur for disease control! Horrible puns aside, the Sagittarius symbol is a centaur, and it echoes the qualities of Chiron. This is the symbol you see on zodiac merchandise, such as a Sagittarius t-shirt. Sagittariuses are wise, loyal, kindhearted, and understanding. They can also be egotistical and manipulative if they are unhealthy. Carrying Chiron’s traits, Sagittariuses have some unique qualities that make them stand out among other signs. If you want to understand Sagittariuses, you must know that they carry the following traits:
A Saggittarius t shirt
First, Sagittariuses are self-determined. They have what psychologists call an internal locus of control, meaning they follow their own way and are not pulled around by other people. This can be a strength because a Saggi is hard to manipulate and can be very creative, inventive, and original in a way that other people are not. But it can also be a weakness, because Saggis can be rude, cold, or rejecting toward other people if they feel imposed upon. As always, moderation is key. Learn to recognize your Sagittarius independence and its strengths, but know that other people’s input can be valuable.
Second, Sagittariuses are empathetic. They are high in what psychologists call trait agreeableness. This means that they are capable of understanding other people’s feelings. Even more, a Saggi can sometimes feel another person’s emotions directly. If an anxious person is in the room, the Saggi may feel anxious and not know why! This can be a strength, because a Saggi can be very good at reading and empathizing with people. This makes them natural counselors and therapists. But it can also be a weakness, because sometimes Saggis are manipulative, using their powers for the wrong end. They can also become overwhelmed by the emotions of others.
Third, Saggis are very inquisitive. This means they are high in what psychologists call trait openness, or openness to experience. Saggis are open-minded novelty seekers who want to see more of the world. They can become bored easily and need constant new stimulation. This can be a strength, because Saggis become very knowledgeable after tasting and dabbling in so many different things, and because they are willing to entertain any idea, no matter how outlandish. It can also be a weakness, because Saggis can be “so open minded their brains fell out”. They sometimes can be easily distractible. They can lose focus or end up being preoccupied by small things out of curiosity, missing both the bigger picture and their own responsibilities.
As a Saggittarius, you are one of the wisest and most open of all signs. Remember to stay focused, never let your natural curiosity die, use your powers for good, and don’t let other people’s feelings overwhelm you. Listen to their counsel, but always, always march to the beat of your own drum, whether that means having your own unique style, wearing vintage t shirts, or burning incense in your home.
