Horus is one of the most important gods in ancient Egyptian mythology, but his story is more complex than most people realize. As the falcon-headed god of kingship, war, and the sky, Horus played ...

Through myth, Horus was drawn into a deadly war with his uncle Seth, who had killed Osiris and taken the throne. In this epic fight, Seth badly hurt Horus' left eye. However, ...

The "Eye of Horus," a depiction of a single stylized eye looking straight ahead, is found throughout ancient Egypt. The symbol is frequently seen in ancient burials — especially on a type of ...