The He-Man and She-Ra guide to becoming a master of the Universe (Part 3)
He-Man iconography also contains similar interweaving between ancient mythologies that hold archetypal teachings. For instance, He-Man takes inspiration from Viking lore and his twin sister, Adora, becomes She-Ra, which is like saying, Female Ra. In Egyptian mythology, the female form of Ra, the sun god, would be Isis, the goddess who wears a solar disc that is held up between two horns. Moreover, it is fitting that the writers would make the connection between the two counterparts, as the Vikings were well-known to wear horned helmets into battle.
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe guide to becoming a master of the Universe (part 2)
The Sword of Power is emblematic of the initiation of the ancient mystery schools. The initiation is performed with a sword in the same manner as being knighted. This initiation by sword with its powerful transfer of energy and lineage teachings is the key to transformation of the self and overcoming the negative ego, which here, are represented as "the evil forces of Skeletor". The initiation itself symbolizes the cutting away aspects of the lower self so that spirit, the higher self, universal consciousness can enter. Moreover, according to the tradition of monarchy, princes and kings can be born into their position of royalty; and subsequently, as a prince or king, they can also be knighted and hold the title of knight. However, according to tradition, one cannot be born into knighthood, one must earn the title.