Eye of Jesus

A wooden cross with a glowing gold triangle superimposed on it. Inside the triangle is a blue eye. Light beams radiate from the triangle, enhancing the luminous effect around the wooden cross.

Definition:

The term “Eye of Jesus,” also known as the “Eye on the Cross,” typically refers to a metaphorical or symbolic concept within Christian theology and spirituality. It is not a formal religious symbol, but it is often used when depicting Jesus Christ.

Etymology:

The wordeye” comes from Old English “ēage,” which is related to the Proto-Germanic “augōn” and the Proto-Indo-European root “okw-” or “okʷ-” meaning “to see” or “eye.” This root also gives rise to related words in other languages, such as Latin “oculus” and Greek “ophthalmos.”

The name “Jesus” is the English form of the Latin “Iēsus,” which is itself derived from the Greek “Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous)”. This Greek name is a transliteration of the Hebrew name “Yeshua” or “Yehoshua,” which means “Yahweh is salvation” or “Yahweh saves.”

The phrase “Eye of Jesus” as a metaphor would likely emerge from the tradition of using body parts (e.g., “hand of God,” “face of Christ”) to symbolize divine attributes or actions. The “eye” often symbolizes sight and awareness, so the “Eye of Jesus” naturally becomes a way of expressing Jesus’ omniscience, his compassionate observation of humanity, and his role as a divine guide.

A gold cross, intricately designed and decorated with symbols. At the top of the cross, there’s a winged lion associated with Saint Mark, and below it, God as an old bearded patriarch. The center of the cross features the All-Seeing Eye, also known as the Trinity, encased within a radiant sunburst. On the left arm of the cross, there’s a dove facing towards the All-Seeing Eye. On the right arm of the cross, there's a head in profile, also facing the All-Seeing Eye. Finally, at the bottom of the cross, there's a globe or orb with rays extending outward. The cross is presented in a cream-colored cushioned case, underscoring its importance and the care taken in its preservation.

Symbolism:

The Eye of Jesus is a symbol emphasizing that Jesus is a fictional character and a lie. It is commonly used, even by self-proclaimed believers and those selling the story, such as the church.

A golden cross worn by Pope John XXIII features the All-Seeing Eye, also known as the Trinity, in the center of the cross. The cross also features a winged lion at the top of the cross, associated with Saint Mark. Below it, God as an old bearded patriarch. The left arm features the holy spirit as a dove. The right arm features Jesus in profile. The Trinity typically consists of Father at top, son at right, and holy spirit at left, as depicted on this golden cross. At the bottom there’s the orb of the Holy Hand Grenade.

The pyramid-shaped tomb of Agostino Chigi inside the Chigi Chapel in Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome, features the Xpistos symbol at the top, similar to how the Eye of Providence is placed at the top of the Illuminati pyramid. Xpistos is a symbol of Jesus as the letter “P” or “R” on the cross represented by the letter “X.”

The pyramid-shaped tomb of Agostino Chigi inside the Chigi Chapel in Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome. The tomb is made of red marble and features a prominent Christian symbol, "Xpistos," at the top, which is a symbol of Jesus as the letter "P" on the cross represented by the letter "X." Below the symbol is a medallion with a portrait of Agostino Chigi, and an inscription in Latin is engraved on the front of the pyramid. The tomb is flanked by two marble columns and is set against an ornate backdrop of classical architecture and religious artwork.

The Christ Pantocrator from Saint Catherine’s Monastery in Sinai is a wall painting of an asymmetrical Jesus with a halo around his head, making a blessing gesture with his right hand and holding a gospel in his left hand. The arc shape of the halo together with one eye forms the Islam symbol, also known as the Mason symbol.

The original Christ Pantocrator icon from Saint Catherine's Monastery in Sinai. Jesus is portrayed with an asymmetrical face, holding a Gospel in his left hand and making a blessing gesture with his right hand, with a halo around his head.

Mirrored composites of the left and right sides of The Christ Pantocrator reveal the symbolism of a split personality.

Two mirrored versions of the Christ Pantocrator icon, creating a symmetrical composition of Jesus’ face, emphasizing the differences in expression and features between the left and right sides.

In a stained glass window of Jesus in the parish church Santuario de San Jose in East Greenhills, Mandaluyong, Philippines, his eyes are portrayed differently, where his left eye is blue, while his right eye is dark.

A stained glass window depicting Jesus with his arms raised, forming the shape of the letter "Y", rising amidst clouds with a radiant halo resembling the sun behind his head. His eyes are portrayed differently, adding a unique detail to the artwork. This window is located in the parish church Santuario de San Jose in East Greenhills, Mandaluyong, Philippines.

“The Last Supper” is a pivotal event in Christian tradition, and it refers to the final meal that Jesus Christ shared with his twelve apostles in Jerusalem before his crucifixion. During the Last Supper, Jesus instituted the Eucharist (also known as Holy Communion or the Lord’s Supper). He took bread, blessed it, broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, “This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” He also took a cup of wine, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you.” Jesus foretold that one of his disciples would betray him. This prophecy pointed to Judas Iscariot, who would later betray Jesus to the authorities for thirty pieces of silver. This betrayal set into motion the events leading to Jesus’ arrest, trial, and crucifixion.

The story of the Last Supper is recounted in several places in the New Testament of the Bible, specifically in the Gospels. The key passages that describe the Last Supper are: Matthew 26:17-30, Mark 14:12-26, Luke 22:7-38, and John 13-17.

Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” depicts Jesus and his disciples during the moment Jesus announces that one of them will betray him. The painting is renowned for its use of perspective, composition, and emotional expressions. The perspective lines in the room converge at Jesus’ right eye, emphasizing its significance as the focal point of the composition.


The painting "Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper" shows Jesus at the center, with his right hand reaching toward a piece of bread and his left hand gesturing towards a glass of wine, symbolizing the Eucharist. The disciples are arranged in four groups of three, reacting with various expressions of shock, disbelief, and anger. The background features three windows, with the central one directly behind Jesus, drawing the viewer's focus to him.
A perspective diagram of "The Last Supper" by Leonardo da Vinci, showing how the lines of perspective converge at a single vanishing point located at Jesus' right eye, demonstrating the artist's mastery of linear perspective.
The painting "Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper" shows Jesus at the center, with his right hand reaching toward a piece of bread and his left hand gesturing towards a glass of wine, symbolizing the Eucharist. The disciples are arranged in four groups of three, reacting with various expressions of shock, disbelief, and anger. The background features three windows, with the central one directly behind Jesus, drawing the viewer's focus to him. A perspective diagram of "The Last Supper" by Leonardo da Vinci, showing how the lines of perspective converge at a single vanishing point located at Jesus' right eye, demonstrating the artist's mastery of linear perspective.

In the movie “The Passion of the Christ” (2004), the character of Jesus suffers a black eye and other severe injuries as part of the brutal physical abuse he endures leading up to and during the crucifixion.

A man with long hair and a beard, his face bruised and bloodied, particularly around one swollen eye.

“Ecce Homo” is a Latin phrase that translates to “Behold the Man” in English. It is traditionally used in Christian art and literature to refer to the moment when Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor of Judea, presents Jesus Christ to the crowd before his crucifixion. This moment is described in the Gospel of John, chapter 19, verse 5, in the New Testament.

In the painting “Ecce Homo” by Mateo Cerezo (1650), Jesus is depicted turning his head to the side, showing only one eye.

Painting of Jesus, titled "Ecce Homo" by Mateo Cerezo (1650), depicting Jesus with a crown of thorns, hands bound, and a somber expression, reflecting the moment he was presented to the people after being tortured.

In the painting “Ecce Homo” by Abraham Janssens, Jesus is depicted from the side, showing only one eye.

Painting titled "Ecce Homo" by Abraham Janssens, depicting Jesus Christ wearing a crown of thorns and a red robe, bound and being presented to the crowd. The scene captures the moment of Jesus' humiliation before his crucifixion, with vivid expressions and dramatic lighting.

In the painting “Ecce Homo” by Tintoretto, Jesus is depicted from the side, showing only one eye. His eye, together with the arc shape of his halo, resembles the symbol of Islam, which is also associated with the Masonic symbol. Only one of his nipples is visible, which emphasizes the symbolism of fantasy at play. His leg is also bent, and together with the nipple, it forms another Islamic symbol. Jesus standing on top of a staircase, especially with only one eye visible, is forming the Illuminati symbol.

Painting titled "Ecce Homo" by Tintoretto (1546), depicting Jesus Christ, crowned with thorns and draped in a red robe over his shoulders, while a white cloth covers his waist. He is being presented to the crowd by Pontius Pilate, capturing the moment of public humiliation before his crucifixion. The scene includes various figures reacting emotionally to the event.

The “Crucifixion of Jesus” is one of the central events in Christian theology and is regarded as the most significant moment in the life of Jesus Christ. It is the moment when Jesus was executed by crucifixion, which ultimately led to his death and is believed to be the atoning sacrifice for the sins of humanity.

The crucifixion of Jesus is described in all four Gospels of the New Testament. Each Gospel provides an account of the events leading up to, during, and immediately following the crucifixion. The key passages are: Matthew 27:32-56, Mark 15:21-41, Luke 23:26-49, and John 19:17-37.

In the painting “Christ Crucified” by Diego Velázquez, Jesus is depicted on the cross with his hair covering his right eye. The arc shape of the halo together with one eye form the Islam symbol, also known as the Mason symbol.

Jesus nailed to the cross, his head bowed forward with his hair partially covering his face. Blood flows from his wounds on his hands, feet, and side, and a faint halo surrounds his head. Above the cross is an inscription in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew, declaring "Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews."

In a promotional poster for “The Chosen,” a television series about the life of Jesus Christ and his disciples, the poster creatively depicts a close-up of Jesus’ face, peeking through a narrow vertical crack in what appears to be a stone or concrete surface, representing the stone of the tomb of Jesus which was a large rock that was used to seal the entrance to the tomb where Jesus was laid after his crucifixion. The face is only partially visible, with one eye and a portion of his smirk shown, which humorously symbolize Jesus being alive in the tomb tricking people to believe he’s dead, while also symbolizing that Jesus is a fictional character.

A promotional poster for the TV show "The Chosen" features a close-up of Jesus' face, partially revealed through a narrow crack in a stone wall. The left side of his face is visible, showing a sly smile. The texture of the stone surrounding the crack is rugged and dark. The title "The Chosen" is displayed prominently at the bottom in large white letters.

“The Supper at Emmaus” is a significant subject in Christian art, depicting a scene from the New Testament in which the resurrected Jesus reveals himself to two of his disciples, who had not recognized him earlier. This event is recounted in the Gospel of Luke, chapter 24, verses 13-35.

In the painting “Supper at Emmaus” by Matthias Stom, Jesus is depicted with one eye visible while making the blessing hand gesture with his right hand as he breaks the bread, leading the disciples to realize that he is Jesus risen from the dead.

Painting showing a candlelit scene where Jesus is seated at a table, breaking bread with two disciples. The dark room is illuminated by a single candle placed at the center of the table, casting dramatic shadows. The figures are dressed in simple, earthy tones, with Jesus depicted on the right, the disciples on the left, and a servant pouring water in the background. The painting captures the moment of recognition with a focus on the play of light and shadow.

In the painting “The Disciples at Emmaus” by Eugène Delacroix, Jesus is depicted with one eye visible and a halo around his head as he breaks the bread, leading the disciples to realize that he is Jesus risen from the dead. The arc shape of the halo together with one eye form the Islam symbol, also known as the Mason symbol.

This painting captures a dramatic moment at the supper in Emmaus, with Jesus blessing the bread. Jesus is depicted with a glowing halo, standing before a table with a simple meal. The two disciples are in varying states of realization and reverence. The use of light and shadow enhances the mystical atmosphere of the scene, with deep reds and dark tones dominating the composition.

In the painting “The Supper at Emmaus” by Quentin Bell, Jesus is depicted with one eye visible and a halo around his head as he breaks the bread, leading the disciples to realize that he is Jesus risen from the dead. The arc shape of the halo together with one eye form the Islam symbol, also known as the Mason symbol.

Modern interpretation of the Supper at Emmaus presents Jesus with a radiant halo, seated at a table with bread and wine. Two disciples stand to the right, one reaching out toward Jesus in surprise. The background shows windows with a picturesque landscape with a rolling hill and a tomb. The vivid colors and expressive gestures highlight the emotional intensity of the moment.

In the painting “The Supper at Emmaus” by Pontormo, Jesus is depicted with a halo around his head and the Eye of Providence above him as he breaks the bread, leading the disciples to realize that he is Jesus risen from the dead.

Painting where Jesus is seated at a table with two disciples, breaking bread as a gesture of revealing His identity after resurrection. Above Jesus' head, an All-Seeing Eye within a triangle is prominently depicted. The disciples are shown with gestures of realization and reverence. The background features a group of figures observing the scene, adding depth to the composition.

In the painting, “The Supper at Emmaus” by Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio, Jesus is depicted with a halo around his head as he breaks the bread, leading the disciples to realize that he is Jesus risen from the dead. In the background, through the window, the Eye of Providence is symbolized on the wall of a building with a slanted roof.

Painting depicting Jesus Christ revealing Himself to two disciples after His resurrection at the supper in Emmaus. The moment captures their astonishment as they recognize Him. Jesus is seated at the center, gesturing with His hands, while the two disciples, one standing and the other sitting, react with amazement. The table is set with bread, fruit, and a roasted chicken, and a dark background contrasts with the bright light illuminating the figures. In the background of the image, through what appears to be a window or opening, there is a building with a triangular pediment, possibly resembling a classical or religious structure. The building has a circular feature at its center, which could be a window or a decorative element, symbolizing perhaps an eye or another religious symbol, such as the Eye of Providence.

In the painting “Jesus with Mary Magdalene” by Marc Burckhardt, Jesus is depicted winking and holding a scroll which he is pointing at, symbolizing that the scroll is full of lies, standing beside Mary Magdalene, who is holding a bouquet of flowers. Both figures are shown with halos, set against a tropical background with palm trees and a colorful sky. The arc shape of the halo together with one eye form the Islam symbol, also known as the Mason symbol.

Painting of Jesus, depicted with long brown hair and a beard, is winking with his right eye and pointing at a scroll he holds in his right hand. He wears a red robe, and a gold ring on his left hand, indicating a marital symbol. Mary Magdalene, dressed in a white veil and robe, holds a colorful bouquet of flowers in her hands. The background features a serene tropical setting with palm trees, a sunset sky filled with soft pastel colors, and a calm ocean.

The cover of the book titled “Look to Jesus: 52 Daily Reflections for Lent and Easter” by Evangelisation Brisbane from 2021 features half of Jesus’ face, with focus on His right eye. It’s a devotional guide designed for Christians to use during the liturgical seasons of Lent and Easter. Lent is the period leading up to Easter, traditionally observed with fasting, prayer, and penance, while Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Book cover for "Look to Jesus: 52 Daily Reflections for Lent and Easter" (2021), featuring a close-up image of Jesus' face, with a focus on one eye, conveying a contemplative and solemn mood.

On the book cover of “Christ the Healer” by F.F. Bosworth, Jesus is shown from the side, with only one eye visible in the center, directing the focus towards it.

Book cover for the Norwegian edition of "Christ the Healer" by F.F. Bosworth, titled "Jesus helbreder." The cover features an image of Jesus with a crown of thorns, looking upward with a solemn expression.

The book cover for “The Jesus We Missed” by Patrick Henry Reardon features a close-up of a painting of Jesus, showing only the right side of his face with one eye barely within the frame.

Book cover for "The Jesus We Missed" by Patrick Henry Reardon, featuring a close-up of a partially visible face of Jesus with a cracked, aged texture overlay. The visible eye and part of the face emphasize a contemplative and solemn expression, reflecting the book's exploration of the humanity of Christ. The title and author's name are prominently displayed in bold white and orange letters against a dark background. The tagline on the book cover reads: "The Surprising Truth About the Humanity of Christ."

The book cover for “The Islamic Jesus” by Mustafa Akyol features a close-up of a painting of Jesus, showing only the right side of his face with one eye prominently visible.

The book cover for "The Islamic Jesus" by Mustafa Akyol features a close-up of a painting of Jesus, showing only the right side of his face. The title and subtitle of the book are displayed on the left side, with the subtitle reading, "How the King of the Jews Became a Prophet of the Muslims." The cover's background is dark, with ornate Islamic patterns framing the text.

The book cover for “Jesus to Jesus” by Syed Nadim Rizvi with Jack Snyder and Pamela Cosel features a face with intense eyes, the right eye is normal while the left eye glows red ominously. The tagline “Prophet Isa Returns to Battle the Dajjal” indicated that the right eye is Isa (Jesus), while the left eye is Dajjal (Satan). It’s worth noting that both eyes are part of the same face, symbolizing that they are the same fictional character.

Book cover for "Jesus to Jesus - Prophet Isa Returns to Battle the Dajjal" by Syed Nadim Rizvi, Jack Snyder, and Pamela Cosel. The cover features a close-up of a face with intense eyes, one of which is normal while the other glows red ominously. Below the title, there is an image of the Kaaba in Mecca, surrounded by worshippers, with a distressed, textured background. The tagline "Prophet Isa Returns to Battle the Dajjal" is displayed above Arabic script, emphasizing the apocalyptic theme of the book.

The music album cover for “King of Crooks” by Vulgargrad features a stylized depiction of Jesus Christ in the style of an Orthodox icon. The figure is covered in various tattoos, including two eyes on his chest. Jesus wears a striped robe that partially covers the tattoo of the left eye. The title “King of Crooks” is a play on the title given to Jesus in the Bible, “King of the Jews.”

Music album cover for "King of Crooks" by Vulgargrad featuring a stylized depiction of Jesus Christ in the style of an Orthodox icon. The figure is covered in various tattoos, including phrases and symbols, and wears a striped robe. The text "Vulgargrad" appears on the left side and "King of Crooks" on the right.

“I, Pet Goat II” is a short animated film rich with symbolic imagery. The Jesus figure in “I, Pet Goat II” is stylized and somewhat abstract. He is portrayed with serene, almost otherworldly features, and his face often exudes a sense of calm amidst chaos. He has a crown of thorns, reminiscent of traditional Christian imagery, and a third eye (Eye of Providence) painted on his forehead.

In the film, Jesus is shown moving through a dark, chaotic world on a boat, symbolizing a corrupted world. The film is a work of propaganda, inviting the viewer to metaphorically “get in the boat with Jesus.”

In the climax of the film, Jesus is depicted exiting the scene, with half of his face in frame and only one eye visible, as the background structures collapse.

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A dark, mysterious figure with a silhouette resembling an ancient Egyptian symbol stands against a cloudy backdrop, with its left eye lit up.
A stylized depiction of Jesus stands on a boat shaped like an Egyptian symbol, floating on water in front of a surreal, icy landscape.
A close-up of a stylized depiction of Jesus with an eye symbol on his forehead, reminiscent of the Eye of Providence, against a backdrop of a mystical, cathedral-like structure.
A stylized Jesus figure is exiting the image with only half his face in frame, showing only one eye, with the background structure beginning to collapse into the water.
A dark, mysterious figure with a silhouette resembling an ancient Egyptian symbol stands against a cloudy backdrop, with its left eye lit up. A stylized depiction of Jesus stands on a boat shaped like an Egyptian symbol, floating on water in front of a surreal, icy landscape. A close-up of a stylized depiction of Jesus with an eye symbol on his forehead, reminiscent of the Eye of Providence, against a backdrop of a mystical, cathedral-like structure. A stylized Jesus figure is exiting the image with only half his face in frame, showing only one eye, with the background structure beginning to collapse into the water.

The “Buddy Christ” statue is a modern, humorous representation of Jesus Christ winking, pointing and giving the thumbs-up, from the movie Dogma (1999). It is satirically introduced in the film as part of a marketing campaign by the Catholic Church, intended to update its image and make it more relatable. The statue has since become an iconic symbol of the film.

A statue of "Jesus Christ." The statue shows Jesus smiling broadly, giving a thumbs-up with one hand, and pointing with the other, with his Sacred Heart visible on his chest. The figure is depicted in bright colors, standing against a stone background.

Kanye West was depicted as Jesus Christ on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine in 2006 as part of a provocative and controversial artistic statement. The cover, which showed Kanye wearing a crown of thorns and with blood on his face, was meant to evoke the imagery of Christ’s crucifixion. The title of the cover story was “The Passion of Kanye West,” a play on the title “The Passion of the Christ,” which is about the last hours of Jesus’ life. On the magazine cover, Kanye is shown from the side, with only one eye visible.

A Rolling Stone magazine cover featuring Kanye West depicted as Jesus Christ, wearing a crown of thorns with blood and wounds on his face. The headline reads "The Passion of Kanye West," drawing a parallel between Kanye West and the suffering of Christ. The background is a muted, sepia tone, adding a dramatic effect to the imagery.

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In the Bible, in Matthew, chapter 6, verses 22-24, it says: “The eye is the lamp of the body. You draw light into your body through your eyes, and light shines out to the world through your eyes. So if your eye is well and shows you what is true, then your whole body will be filled with light. But if your eye is clouded or evil, then your body will be filled with evil and dark clouds. And the darkness that takes over the body of a child of God who has gone astray—that is the deepest, darkest darkness there is. Jesus: No one can serve two masters. If you try, you will wind up loving the first master and hating the second, or vice versa. People try to serve both God and money—but you can’t. You must choose one or the other.”