Wondrous Secrets of Medicine and Healing

The Guardian Eye Amulet: The Eye of Horus

In pharaonic myths, the falcon-headed god Horus lost one of his eyes in a brave battle, but Thoth, the god of wisdom, used his magic to put it back perfectly whole and strong. Ever since that day, the carefully drawn "Eye of Horus," which looks like an amazing math puzzle, became the most famous charm for healing and protection in ancient Egypt. Doctors would ask their patients to wear necklaces shaped like this eye, giving them magical strength to help the medicine work faster and chase the sickness right out of their bodies!

If you drew a magic eye to guard your room while you sleep, what color would you paint it to glow in the dark?

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