Horus is one of ancient Egypt's best known gods, as well as one of its oldest. Son of Isis and Osiris, symbolizes mediumistic energy. He is the lord of prophecy, music, art and beauty. Horus was the god of hunters and was represented by a hawk. Later he was identified with the sun, becoming the symbol of the nobility, archetype of the pharaohs.
The form of Horus, the falcon, became one of the most widespread images in Egyptian art, used in the decoration of temple walls and stelae throughout Egypt.
One of the most famous kingship imagery is found in the statue of Khafre, which depicts Horus, the great Falcon-God patron of the pharaohs, proudly perched atop the back of the throne with his two wings, spread, embracing the nape of the neck of the sovereign in a traditionally protective gesture.
The Eye of Horus is the symbol of protection, prosperity, royal power and good health in the Egyptian religion.