There are not many ancient religious symbols that are still used in a modern, deeply secularized society. One of them is an eye in a triangle. Its meaning is of interest to everyone who has ever encountered it in works of cinema, on the gables of buildings and in other contexts.
An eye in a regular triangle with its apex facing upward is one of the most ancient symbols. According to experts, the following motives are clearly readable in it:
In the Christian tradition, the eye in a triangle was first included in the Middle Ages. The resulting symbol designated the so-called “All-Seeing Eye,” which for the first followers of Christianity was the incarnation of God the Father. The triangle embodies the Trinity, each of whose hypostases is equal and one. Often the “All-Seeing Eye” is depicted surrounded by rays, which is interpreted as the radiance of divine greatness.
Initially, the symbol had a threatening meaning - the inevitability of punishment, constant monitoring of petty human sins. Subsequently, in the Christian tradition, the image was reinterpreted as a symbol of hope for salvation from the constantly watching Lord.
« All-seeing eye God" is a popular motif in Orthodox icon painting with early XIX century. Most often, the image includes the following elements:
This motif gained particular popularity among the Old Believers.
The “All-Seeing Eye” acquired a completely new meaning with the advent of the 18th century, when the secret society of Freemasons appeared. The philosophical concept of Freemasonry took many sacraments and symbolism from the Christian religion, but gave them a completely new meaning.
Surrounded by a triangle, the human organ of vision is now called the “Radiant Delta.” It began to be used for the first time in the documents of “free masons” in the late 1770s. “Delta” is used during Masonic rituals, and is also a recognizable element in the design of both the premises for their meetings and the clothing of members of the society.
The semantic content of the “delta” is extremely diverse and often contradictory in Masonic lodges of different states and peoples:
Often "Eye" is stylized as a capital letter G Latin alphabet and is used in this form on various Masonic paraphernalia.
The “All-Seeing Eye” is one of the most recognizable Christian and Masonic symbols. It is actively exploited by both supporters of all kinds of conspiracy theories and representatives of liberal professions.
Among other things, “Eye” can be found on the state symbols of the following settlements:
“Radiant Delta” is often used by the educational community. In particular, it is she who is depicted on the emblems of the University of Chile and the University of Mississippi. Informal student societies in America make full use of the motifs of this Christian sign.
In addition, the eye in a triangle is a popular motif in the national currencies of countries such as the USA, Estonia, Ukraine and others.
However, this mysterious symbol can be found not only abroad. He is depicted on the walls of the Cathedral of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God in St. Petersburg.
The image of the human eye as the personification of the Sun and the divine plan was used long before the birth of the Christian religion. More than five thousand years ago, the population of Ancient Egypt worshiped the Eye of the supreme god Ra, which had the following meaning:
Also had high symbolic meaning eye of Horus- a deity who patronized the rulers of Egypt, the pharaohs. His organ of vision was the embodiment of:
The eye in the triangle, the meaning of which goes back to the Christian image of the observing God, has now lost its original content.
In this video, Father Alexey Berezovsky will tell you why they sometimes draw a symbol with a triangle, inside of which there is an eye above the crucifixion of Jesus, in icon painting:
The all-seeing eye is a symbol that has been used by many cultures and communities in different times, so in reality there is no single graphic formula, describing this sign.
It is sometimes called "the all-seeing eye of God", "the all-seeing eye in the triangle", there are many variations, but in fact the name has no meaning. The generally accepted (in fact, the most common) version of the symbol is an eye (it is impossible to determine whether it is left or right), surrounded by rays (the rays are directed only to the sides and down) and often “inscribed” in an equilateral triangle. The all-seeing eye (we will look at its meaning below) is called the Window of Conduct in Christianity, and among the Masons it is called the radiant delta. But both use the same symbol, and the etymology is also similar.
The all-seeing eye (photo, various “variations” of the symbol are shown below) first “appears” at the beginning of the 14th century (approximately from 1510 to 1515). Fleming Jan Provost paints the canvas “Allegory of Christianity”, in which we see the canonical all-seeing eye. The meaning of the allegory in the context of the painting still remains a topic of much debate. Later, the Order of the Carthusians commissions another Italian painter (Jacopo Pontromo) to create a very specific canvas, which depicts only the all-seeing eye. The sketch (or finished painting) dates back to 1525.
It is worth mentioning separately such a thing as the “All-Seeing Eye of God” icon. It is difficult to say when such an icon was first painted (the oldest Russian examples apparently date back to the end of the 19th century). However, it is known that a similar symbol was used in Byzantine icon painting back in the 6th century, from where it apparently came to Rus', although much later - “variants” of the icon appeared in Russian churches only in the 18th century. Thus, the icon “The All-Seeing Eye of God” does not have an author; it is impossible to determine its origin, although modern theologians are sure that the image is associated with the corresponding lines from the Holy Scripture: “Behold, the eye of the Lord is upon those who fear Him and trust in His mercy” (Psalm 32: 18).
For many, this question related to the “All-Seeing Eye” icon is especially relevant: what does this image help with? Church polemicists say that “this image” is universal, that is, the icon of the “All-Seeing Eye” (“God’s Eye”) is capable of giving a person strength and help in any situation. But you need to understand that the canonical version of the icon differs significantly from what was described above. On the Christian canvas there is not one “eye”, but four; other parts of the face (nose, mouth) are also present; in the center there is an image of a person, from whom four rays diverge symmetrically to the sides. All these symbols are enclosed in a circle, and there are also many other elements on the icon that there is no point in describing here. That is, in fact, these are quite different symbols - the traditional (as they say now, Masonic) all-seeing eye and the “All-Seeing Eye” icon. How this icon actually helps is an interesting question, and, of course, there is no adequate answer to it.
But the Christian icon “The All-Seeing Eye of God” is, as was said above, only a “variation”, although in churches (not only Russian) you can find images of the desired symbol, which in to a greater extent correspond to the "original". At the same time, the “official” version of the interpretation is as follows: the “eye” itself is the image of God who sees everything that happens on earth, the “rays” are the divine presence, and the triangle is the embodiment of the principle of the Holy Trinity (Father-Son-Spirit). That is, in Christianity the all-seeing eye (the pictures are presented below) is not represented the only form, exists whole line similar images that have a very specific interpretation. But it is unlikely that, say, the Masons or the same semi-mythical Illuminati would attach a similar meaning to this image. Or not?..
It must be said that the Masons have an all-seeing eye - a symbol that is also associated with God, but not with the Christian one. More precisely, in context, it is fair to mention the term “creator,” and the Masons themselves say “Great Architect of the Universe.” The Masonic Radiant Delta was first mentioned by William Preston in 1772 in Illustrations of Freemasonry. This is the official Masonic symbol, which is necessarily present in the lodge premises, above the presiding venerable master, in its eastern part. Among the Masons, the symbol “all-seeing eye” has the following interpretation: the “eye” is actually the Great Architect of the Universe, the “triangle” is the personification of the principle of trinity, but this is not the Christian trinity. In Masonic numerology (which is based on the numerology of Pythagoras), the number 3 is the number of the spirit, the number of the one who has risen above both the feelings and the mind, the number of the universe, one might say, the most sacred. At the same time, the “eye” itself is also a symbol of wisdom, and sometimes it is replaced by the letter “G”, the interpretation of which depends on the specific degree (level of initiation in msonry).
Now let's just list a few of the most famous places and events with which the “all-seeing eye” symbol is directly associated. In 1789, the all-seeing eye appeared on the original “Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen” (if anyone doesn’t know, this document was developed and signed following the Great Patriotic War) french revolution). In 1782, this symbol (its canonical version) appeared on the Great Seal of the United States (on its back side). In Russia, during the reign of Peter I, the all-seeing eye was depicted on battle banners (“Symbolism of the banners of Peter’s time” by K.K. Mamaev). We have already mentioned Russian icons with this symbol; all that remains is to make a reference to the Wadjet symbol (aka “Eye of Horus” or “Eye of Ra”), which took place in ancient Egyptian culture (where the roots of this image probably come from).
At the same time, in Ancient Egypt Wadjet (the left eye of Horus) was personified with the Moon; it had a whole range of meanings - from royal power to fertility (this is a fairly broad topic, which will be devoted to a separate material). Some researchers believe that the “all-seeing eye” symbol was borrowed by Europeans from the culture of Ancient Egypt. But, firstly, the canonical all-seeing eye is still significantly different from Wadget graphically, and secondly, how exactly this symbol got to Byzantium (and it was there, if we take only Europe, it first appeared) from Egypt is unknown.
The all-seeing eye in a triangle is a controversial symbol. Many interpret it as a sign of world domination, and it is in this vein that this symbol is found in various documents telling about the “world conspiracy theory” (most of these documents, of course, have no historical or cultural significance). Also today you can often find an all-seeing eye tattoo. The meaning of such a tattoo can be interpreted in different ways, but one thing is clear: putting such an ambiguous (and, apparently, still esoteric) symbol on your body is the height of stupidity. And in general, the all-seeing eye (tattoo, pendant or signet) is clearly not an accessory that makes sense to use as a talisman or to put your own sacred meaning into it. He was never a talisman, never performed protective functions. On American banknotes, for example, the all-seeing eye is located above a pyramid with thirteen levels (the symbol of the 13 first American states), and around it along the perimeter are the words “annuity coeptis,” which means “it is favorable to our undertakings.” What is meant here by the word “it” is an interesting question. The eye of the creator (the same Architect) or something else? There is no one to answer this question, although it is believed that the pyramid here is a symbol of progress, and the eye on its top is either a “bright future” (probably embodied in the notorious American dream), or (which is more likely) a symbol of control, a group (? ), which directs and manages this very progress.
One way or another, the all-seeing eye (it’s not at all difficult to buy an image of it in our time) is undoubtedly one of the oldest esoteric symbols that literally “pierces” world history. Modern mystics say that we have before us that same “third eye,” symbolizing enlightenment, the ability to “see the truth,” in other words, to see the world as it really is. And yet, analyzing the facts (the above are quite sufficient, fully describing the “scale” of the use of the desired symbol), comparing events and images, it is not difficult to come to the conclusion that theories about a certain “world government”, about the “Illuminati” and “ black aristocracy" may be much closer to reality than we would like. On the other hand, this is just speculation, and perhaps it’s better for everyone.
Masonic tattoos were created so that brothers from the Order of Masons could distinguish each other among ordinary people. Nowadays there are a lot of such “Masons” simply because their symbolism is very attractive to tattoo lovers. Or maybe this is a universal conspiracy? It’s just that the Masons decided to hide in the crowd, and a lot of tattoos not on their brothers distract attention from the real “Masons”?
But, since you are interested in this topic, let’s write general values Masonic symbols and look at several individual, most common signs.
The drawing of an eye placed in a triangle is the most common in the world. Such a symbol can be found not only on human skin, but also on buildings, ritual objects, on rings and even on banknotes. A Masonic eye tattoo signifies higher wisdom, higher conscience, and omniscience. Eye in a triangle - enlightenment. This is a symbol of the Great Architect of the Universe, the Cosmic Mind, the Sun. The All-Seeing Eye is a sacred sign for many cultures and philosophical, occult movements.
This symbol was first discovered among the ancient Egyptians. It looked a little different, but meant the same All-Seeing Eye. We are talking about the Eye of Horus or Wadjet - a powerful amulet that even the pharaohs considered obligatory to wear. Those who believe that the eye in the triangle is exclusively a Masonic sign are deeply mistaken. The original meaning of the symbol is: light, supreme truth, spiritual consciousness, spiritual center, place of enlightenment and perfect intellect. It is not surprising that this sign was depicted on the walls of temples and other religious monasteries. Let's say you can see the All-Seeing Eye on the main portico of the St. Petersburg Kazan Cathedral.
Having decided to get such a tattoo, you should decide what meaning you attach to it, because Masonic tattoos, the meaning of which is so multifaceted, can bring you both strength and enslavement.
Whichever symbol from this group you apply, you should remember their religious significance. As a sacred sign, such tattoos should be applied only above the waist. The most appropriate parts of the body for this sign are: arms, back of the head, back, chest.
Masonic tattoos contain the most harmless meaning in pictures with a compass and square. This symbol speaks of a willingness to learn and limit oneself. The letter “G” is written in the center of the sign, meaning God. Another common symbol is the cross, which is drawn accompanied by other Masonic signs. The cross symbolizes the sun or the four earthly elements.
Girls prefer to depict the All-Seeing Eye on their bodies. This eye seems to look into your soul. A sign that a girl seeks to understand this world more deeply or read people’s thoughts. Sometimes we come across a tattoo of a Masonic sign in the form of an owl, in the center of which is a Masonic eye. This speaks of clairvoyance or the desire for enlightenment.
Someone managed to figure out that a Masonic eye tattoo means promiscuity and unconventional orientation. Therefore, when getting a tattoo, it is worth remembering that you are applying a design, first of all, so that it pleases and supports you, indicates your intelligence, vigilance, ability to navigate and control the situation.
For men, the Masonic eye signifies the desire to rise to a higher level of evolution and influence. Thus, the man wants to receive the power and protection of this ancient sign. In Christianity, the Eye in a triangle is a symbol of God, in Buddhism - the third eye. In the modern world, new facts have been added. It is believed that an eye in a triangle is a warning that the owner of the tattoo sees everything, and also means a talisman against strong outside influences.
When applied to the back, the owner provides himself with protection from attacks and diseases. The sign warns against deceit and saves from accidents and illnesses. This ancient symbol was used precisely as self-defense. A sign of super abilities, the ability to read minds, connections with magic and the other world.
Often they try to print small designs on the elbows, palms, feet or knees. We don't recommend this for purely practical reasons. Tattoos in such places quickly become unusable due to the constant renewal of the skin on them. In addition to the increased pain, we are faced with a picture that has changed over the years, which will have to be interrupted more than once.
This symbol looks best in geometry and blackwork styles.
“Signs and symbols rule our world, not words or law,” said the great Chinese philosopher Confucius. Our whole life is simply filled with various symbols, they surround us - the coat of arms of the state, banknotes and zodiac signs, all kinds of logos and pentagrams, various symbols beliefs and much more.
Since ancient times, people have used the language of symbols to reflect their spiritual state, vision of the world, understanding of hidden truths and secrets. Different cultures and religions have their own, some of which are understandable to most, and some of which require decoding. These include the “All-Seeing Eye” symbol.
The “all-seeing eye” is an eye inscribed in an equilateral triangle. It is very ancient and powerful symbol, present in almost all cultures and religions. Its meaning boils down to one thing - knowledge of the truth. The eye, as a symbol, means intuition, supernatural abilities. The “all-seeing eye” is a symbolic image of God watching over us.
Historians claim that The “all-seeing eye” appeared 6 thousand years ago. It was found in ancient pyramids and palaces of the pharaohs. In Ancient Egypt, this symbol meant a bright beginning, power, and might. People believed that he could heal and bestow gifts.
In Japan and China, the eyes represented the Moon and the Sun, respectively, the night and the past, the day and the future.
American Indians considered this sign as the Eye of the Great Spirit who clearly sees what was, what is and what will be.
In Hinduism, this is the third (ajna chakra) eye of Shiva(in Buddhism - Buddha). Means wisdom, spiritual knowledge. The ancient yogis called this eye trikalajna, or “knower of three times” - past, present, future. Also, the “All-Seeing Eye” in this culture represents a protective function and symbolizes vigilance.
IN Ancient Greece it is a symbol of Apollo and Zeus, whose eye is the Sun. Means light, knowledge, constancy, purposefulness, protection. Stars are the eyes of the night, personifying omniscience and vigilance.
For the Celts it is the evil eye. Represents envy and bad intentions.
In Christianity, the eye is the “eye of God”, representing power and light. The triangle in which the eye is enclosed represents the Holy Trinity, and if it is still surrounded by a glow, then it represents boundless holiness.
In Freemasonry, the symbol of the third eye is a symbol of clairvoyance, the Radiant Delta. Represents the Sun, wisdom, vigilance, Higher intelligence and the creative principle of all living things. The radiant delta brightly illuminates the path and indicates the direction in the search.
In Christianity, this symbol is associated with the image of God. The triangle symbolizes the Holy Trinity - Father God, Son God, Holy Spirit. The “Eye” is actually God himself, who sees everything - our thoughts, desires and actions. There is only one eye - the only correct vision of the world, without doubts and uncertainties. The rays streaming from the triangle are nothing more than divine radiance.
Iconography with the “All-Seeing Eye” appeared around the middle of the nineteenth century and is one of the most complex iconographic compositions. This icon bears great spiritual meaning. The image is based on words from the Bible “Behold, the eye of the Lord is on those who fear Him and trust in His mercy” (Ps. 32:18).
In appearance it is very unusual. The image is more graphic than we are used to, with a clearly defined center and consists of several circles. The inner small circle represents to us the image of Christ. Rays emanate from this circle - four cardinal directions, four elements, four seasons. At the ends of the rays there are images of evangelists.
In the second, slightly larger circle, we see a face with four eyes. This is the face of the Sun, the image of God the Father who sees everything. Above it is the image of the Virgin Mary and the third circle, shining, symbolizing protection. And finally, the most big circle, symbolizing the sky, the outer shell of the world, is filled with images of angels and seraphim. God the Father, depicted above the Virgin Mary, blesses the entire universe. Above the circles are inscriptions from the Gospel.
There is no need to say pre-prepared prayers in front of this icon., because God is all-seeing, understands everything, hears everything. Requests can be of any nature - you can ask for love, health, wealth. The main thing is that the words come from the heart and are sincere - God will hear.
Since ancient times, humanity has decorated its body with tattoos. The “All-Seeing Eye” symbol in the form of a tattoo is very mystical and mysterious. , sorcerers, priests applied this tattoo to the forehead or shoulder.
It indicates a connection with the other world, spiritual enlightenment. Warriors painted this image as a sign of intimidation. It is also a symbol of the secret society of Freemasons.
Nowadays, both men and women get the All-Seeing Eye tattoo. They are attracted by the mystery of this symbol and its ambiguous meaning. A tattoo with the image of the “All Seeing Eye” is powerful amulet, which protects from evil, brings good luck, and guides on the right path. Get a tattoo on the back, shoulder or wrist.
Tattoo can be performed as in classic version, and in others - Celtic style, ethnic, realism, tribal and many others, which is enough for your imagination. Also, a tattoo with an all-seeing eye can be complemented with various ornaments and additional elements. All these additions allow you to more clearly interpret the applied image.
One of the most mystical symbols is the image “ all seeing eye", which is applied in the form of a tattoo on the body. The roots of this sign go back to ancient times, when it was customary to apply such a design on the neck, back, shoulders and head. At that time, the meaning of the “all-seeing eye” tattoo was protection from attacks by enemies or wild animals. According to legend, the image had its own special purpose and scared away attacking opponents.
In paganism, a tattoo in the form of a “third eye” was mandatory attribute from shamans. She was the spiritualization of intuition and the ability to look into other people's souls or see other worlds. However, the meaning of the “all-seeing eye” tattoo was seen not only in a positive way, but also implied connections with dark forces.
The image of the “third eye”, enclosed in a triangle, was a symbol of the omnipresence of God. If the left eye was depicted on the tattoo, then it was the personification of the past and night, and the right one symbolized a look into the future, representing the sun and day.
Painting the image of the “all-seeing eye” was also considered fashionable in Ancient Egypt. There, the tattoo symbolized the eye of the Egyptian sun god Ra. The Egyptian meaning of the “all-seeing eye” is a symbol of protection, goodness, warmth and light.
Today this sign has gained its popularity thanks to the Masonic Lodge, which chose it as its distinctive image. It looks like an eye in a triangle from which rays emanate. The image of the “radiant delta” is the main Masonic symbol, where the eye personifies the Great Architect of the Universe, and the trinity is indicated by a triangle.
However, this is not the Holy Trinity from the Christian religion. According to Masonic numerology, the number 3 denotes the number of the spirit, which rules over the mind and feelings. The Eye means wisdom, but it is often replaced by G, the slope of which in the drawing changes depending on the degree of dedication of the student. It often happens that instead of an eye inside a triangle, Masons depict a circle.
Before choosing the “all-seeing eye,” you should understand that a tattoo carries real energy power. The meaning of the “all-seeing eye” tattoo for men is not common to everyone, although it is especially popular among the stronger sex. Its meaning can be interpreted depending on appearance image and character of the owner.
The image in the form of the “eye of Ra” personifies wisdom, strength and power. It is applied as a talisman against adversity. For the owner, the “all-seeing eye” tattoo has a special meaning - a symbol of the source of vitality. It is not suitable for everyone; its owner must have a powerful internal energy. In this case, the tattoo will significantly enhance his personal qualities.
Throughout its existence, this sign has collected the wisdom and strength of previous generations, which makes it very mysterious and, at the same time, a strong talisman. The all-seeing eye tattoo must be treated with respect, otherwise it can harm the owner.
If the eye is located inside the triangle, then it implies foresight, the path to enlightenment, vigilance and intellectual development. For spiritual people, it additionally symbolizes clairvoyance.
Although this tattoo is suitable more for men, however, it can often be seen in female representatives. Women also choose this image. For a woman, the meaning of the “all-seeing eye” symbol has its own interpretation. It is the personification of beauty, femininity and self-sufficiency.
The image looks great on the back or shoulder, but in a reduced volume it is suitable for application to any part of the body. And an experienced master is able to convey the entire palette of feelings and emotions in such a tattoo. It can express sadness, happiness, and despair.
A tattoo in the form of an “all-seeing eye” of a specific representative of the animal world carries different meanings.
The eye of the owl expresses fortitude, wisdom, thirst for knowledge, life experience and intelligence. The eye is fearlessness, courage, endurance, strength, dignity and devotion. It can serve as a talisman for confident and strong people. A tattoo more suitable for proud and powerful people is the eye of the tiger. She represents ambition, superiority over others and ambition.
Often the all-seeing eye tattoo looks like cat eyes, which means independence, agility, resourcefulness and speed. A person who has such characteristics and wants to develop them will undoubtedly choose this tattoo.
The image of the “all-seeing eye” contains many secrets and mysteries, however, like a tattoo, it has come into modern world from the Greek people. There it meant Apollo and the eye of Jupiter or the sun god. It can be noted that among most peoples, the meaning of the “all-seeing eye” tattoo is expressed as the eye of God observing the outside world from the outside.
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