I received an Isis amulet as a gift. What is the significance of this gift and what does the amulet mean?

Isis is a love goddess! Isis, whose sphere of influence includes romantic and maternal love, is known for her commitment to her husband, Osiris, and her son, Horus. According to Egyptian mythology, after Osiris was killed by his brother, Isis gathered the severed pieces of his body and brought him back to life long enough to conceive Horus. Her phoenix wings represent her power to resurrect the dead.

Isis was a protective goddess. She used powerful magic spells to help people in need. Yours is attached to a small trinket or charm that was meant to protect the owner from evil spells or actions.

Amulets were enormously popular with ancient Egyptians, being worn for many magical purposes. Health related amulets are classified as homopoeic, phylactic and theophoric. Homeopoetic amulets portray an animal or a part of an animal from which the wearer hopes to assimilate positive attributes (like strength or speed). Phylactic amulates were protective, warding off harmful gods and demons. The famous Eye of Horus was often used on a phylactic amulet. Theophoric amulets represented the Egyptian gods, such as one representing the girdle of Isis, used to stem the flow of blood at miscarriage.

Isis was a protective goddess. She used powerful magic spells to help people in need. Isis was the wife of Osiris and the mother of Horus. Since each pharaoh was considered the 'living Horus', Isis was very important. Isis is often shown holding Horus on her lap. Isis is associated with thrones because her lap was the first 'throne' that Horus sat upon. There are several different amulets that use or evoke the power of the Goddess Isis. Listed below are the three most common and links where you can view them so you can discover the exact meaning for the one you have. There is an amulet called the 'Isis knot' and it is a symbol of protection. You can view this amulet at http://www.ancientegypt.co.uk/gods/explore/isis.html A second amulet that is common is called the Egyptian Isis Amulet these precious amulets are reputed to offer the wearer life-enhancing empowerment. This Isis Egyptian jewelry necklace is finished in gold and silver and enhanced with Swarovski crystals. The Isis necklace comes with a matching chain and a jewelry box to protect its magical powers. This Isis pendant will benefit you with magical inspiration. You can view this amulet at http://www.dragonsden.co.za A third type of amulet is called Isis Stones, it is a golden bag containing 6 different stones that represent magic, protection for mothers, calm and cleansing, power and healing. Also included a sterling silver Isis pendant that can be worn as a necklace. This amulet is said to invoke Isis' powers of fertility, her magic, and her strength. You can view this amulet at: http://www.universoul-llc.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1134

I think Isis is the goddess of fertility so watch out!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isis Hope you find what you are looking for. Peace.

It is also called a Talisman - something which protects you from evil or harm. Comes in various forms, the original ISIS amulet of the Egyptians was a waist belt, gold carved and set with precious stones. Is yours one like that? Or is it just an ornament like a chain, wristband or ring, with the ISIS figure? The Amulet of Isis figures in the TV Series "The Secret of Isis". Isis is the Egyptian Divine Mother, symbol of fertility and rebirth. So if you are a male, hold on to it to give it to your wife or gf - and if you are female, keep it.