The
Magical Stones That Reveal the Mysteries of Your Life.
Runes are alphabetical signs at least eighteen centuries old elaborated
by ancient European people. These signs used to be employed in poetry,
stone carvings and fortune-telling by many ancient tribes such as the Germans,
the Celts and the Vikings.
Although
they are an alphabet, the RUNES never became a spoken idiom. Each of
its signs is a magical symbol. Therefore, the RUNES were assumed to
be a ritual language, becoming the voice of an oracle.
Oracles,
however, do not tell the future. Their purpose is to direct people
to what is happening inside their minds in order to reach the answers
from the subconscious.
In our store,
we have two types of rune kits such as Mixed Stones and Clear
Quartz or our Gemstone
Rune Sets found
in our divination area. Both of these particular rune kits have a special
layout included for your use for divination. Although there are many
layouts and ways to use the runes, this one is particularly easy and
straight forward. Below are the instructions for the included use.
For more information on the runes, read further down the page to learn
specific information on individual rune stones.
THE
PROCEDURE
The 25 "little stones" must be put inside the bag and should
always be picked one at a time. It is possible that fourteen of them
can come out upside down. The position is fundamental in this case, because
it changes the entire meaning, showing different aspects to be considered.
The other eleven RUNES left, present the same meaning at any position.
While consulting,
you may never ask questions such as: "Should I do this or that?".
Instead, try to do it in ways like: "I have problems at work,
relationships, etc."
The oracle will provide you directions and comments about the matter
so you will be able to find your own answers.
There are
three kinds of consultants. During all of them, the RUNES must be placed
exactly the way they have been picked. If the stone comes out face
down, turn it face up. Always place them from the right to the left.
THE CONSULTATION OF THE RUNIC CROSS
When you are facing a difficult situation and need to understand what
is happening, the oracle will give you answers through the runic cross.
Pick six RUNES from the bag (always one at a time) and place them in
a cross formation. 1 on the left center, 2 on the bottom center, 3 on
the right center, 4 below number 2, 5 above number 2, and 6 above number
5.
--6
3 5 1
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--4
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THE RUNES:
1 - It stands for your past
2 - It stands for your present situation
3 - It stands for the future
4 - It reveals the heart of the problem
5 - It is the challenge
6 - It shows the positive results after the challenge is overcome
THE CONSULTATION OF ODIN
Use this consultation for urgent situations. It helps you to find elements
for an attitude. Pick one RUNE. That is the simplest way the oracle gives
you a general view of the situation.
THE CONSULTATION OF THE THREE RUNES
Pick three RUNES (one at a time) and place them from the right to the left
in order of appearance.
The first RUNE (on your right): it refers to your present situation.
The second RUNE (the one in between): it is the attitude to be taken.
The third RUNE (on your left): shows the direct consequence derived from
your attitude.
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Although
there are rune symbols and their respective meanings shown below, these
are meant as a basic guide to the runes and not an exact framework
for all runes and the art of reading them. There are multiple layouts
and means by which the runes may be read, and the info below is not
specific to the Gemstone
Rune Kits and Sets which we currently offer. If you click on
these rune symbols, you will be taken to their more traditional symbols
and respective meanings for rune reading and use derived from the Elder
Futhark. For a greater understanding of the runes, their usage, and
rune magick, you may seek knowledge from rune books we offer ( A
Practical Guide to the Runes, and Northern
Mysteries and Magick: Runes and Feminine Powers). These books are a great
resource of information and knowledge as well as others found in our Book
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EIWAZ |
It
means things will turn out fine, no matter how difficult they are. The obstacles
are instruments to test your patience. Hold your anxiety. |
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PERTH |
Mysterious powers are taking place but tend to be revealed. It is a perfect time for reflection and also material games. Inverted: Do not expect anything. Your character is being tested. Think positive and keep your sense of humor. |
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OTHILA |
Means radical
break-up ahead but you will reach your dreams: your role in society, material
goods and your beliefs. To find out how you really are you may need to put
away some of your claims. Inverted: Think twice! |
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BERKANA |
Fertility.
The birth of a person or a new idea. Take steps carefully. Inverted: Aspects
of your character might be blocking your progress. Pay attention to the
needs of the people around you. This is how you will find your way. |
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MANAZ |
The start
up: the need to improve your "self", to help your relationship
with the world. Keep your modesty. Your path will be found. Inverted: Look
at yourself: who are your real enemies? Your challenge is to forget old
habits. |
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GEBO |
It is union,
partnership of any sort but you must keep your individuality and self-confidence.
For this is the RUNE of freedom. In any position it has the same meaning. |
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ANSUZ |
Be ready for
the unexpected. Changes! Ansuz urges you to explore your deeps as well as
to practice your sensibility and power of observation. |
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ALGIZ |
This is the
RUNE of protection, victory, new opportunities and challenges. Be strong
and take control of your emotions. Problems should not be ignored. Inverted:
Be aware of your health. Do not assume someone else's problems. |
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HAGALAZ |
Wish of change
and freedom. But for that it is necessary to put the material reality aside.
Look at your inner world. If things seem to be out of control a break up
might be a good idea. Self-growth cycle. |
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EHWAZ |
Changes! It
can even be a home moving to another country. Your decisions tend to be
right. Inverted: Stop! Go slow and think about your choice. Maybe it is
better to stay where you are. |
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KANO |
This is the
RUNE of fire. It means the end of darkness in your life. Your passion and
sensuality may be a sign of a coming marriage. Inverted: love or friendship
will die so, be ready for a moment of change. |
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TEIWAZ |
Victory at
any competition. If the question is love, you and your partner have a lot
to work out together. Inverted: Teiwaz warns you - hurry and perfection
do not match. |
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RAIDO |
This is the
moment to act. Find out what your heart wishes. Resistance will be gone.
Raido is union and re-union. The end of the conflicts. Inverted: Be rational
instead of instinctive. |
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WUNJO |
Comprehension
has become wisdom and a deep and lasting affection is about to come. Joy
at work. |
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THURISAZ |
The door is
its symbol. Then, observe every moment, every detail. Think it over and
get free from your ghosts. Then cross the borders. Inverted: consider your
past before taking decisions in the future. |
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JERA |
It invites
you to optimism, but nothing comes fast, since each happening has its own
cycle. Keep your trust and perseverance. |
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DAGAZ |
A big turnover
in your life. Might be a new love, new work, new opportunities or a new
life attitude. Dagaz claims the darkness is gone and the sun will light
your way. |
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NAUTIZ |
Your dark
sides block you and make you week. Investigate what makes you so attractive
to bad luck. Inverted: It is necessary to reach the edge in order to emerge
into a new life. Hold your anger, keep your faith and sense of humor. |
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SOWELU |
It is a victory
and success. To some, however, it can be a trip into the inner world in
search of balance. It is time to admit something long denied. |
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INGUZ |
Claims you
to split up relationships or old habits - you are ready for a new start;
even for a new child. The meantime could be dangerous. So, keep your good
mood. |
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LAGUZ |
You urge to
follow your instincts but you forget the negative consequences. This is
the RUNE of the supernatural power inside your mind that will give you protection.
Inverted: Consult your hearts. Cherish your instincts. |
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FEHU |
Great luck:
wealth, goals and love to come true. This is a conquest and not a present.
Share your luck! Inverted: You may lose all you have conquered so far. Learn
the stones' lesson: beware of people around you. |
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ISA |
All your plans
will stay frozen and suspended although you do not realize that. Do not
overwork. Try to find out what keeps you attached to your situation and
throw away what is old. Resignation might mean wisdom. WARNING: Do not count
on your friend's help. |
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URUZ |
You may lose
someone or something. You will rise from the remainings of old values. Inverted:
Do not waste opportunities. No drawing back! |
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RUNE is destiny. It guides your karma, the whole of all your previous existences.
Your obstacles are the passport to a new start. Cheer up! This RUNE links
you to your real fate. GOOD LUCK! |
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TRADITIONAL RUNE
ALPHABET
(Elder Futhark)
There
are many versions of the runic alphabets. Each have varying names,
shapes, meanings and magical uses. When using rune alphabets, you should
not mix futharks, nor their intent or their meanings become confused.
The Elder Futhark, the Anglo-Saxon Futhorc, and the Younger (Scandinavian)
Futhark are the most used of the runic alphabets in modern times.
The runes
are broken into three sections, and each section has groups of eight.
The sections are called aett (aettir, plural)..
Note: Some
runes look alike, no matter how they are positioned. The rune symbols'
meanings cannot be "reversed", or opposite of their primary
meaning, yet any of the runes may appear as a "merkstave" (which
means "dark stick"
and implies a "dark" meaning), depending on how the rune(s)
are cast.
A "merkstave"
or "reversed" meaning is not the opposite of its primary meaning, but usually has a more negative connotation or inference.
We have
posted the symbols and their respective meanings above for the two
rune kits (Mixed
Stones and Clear
Quartz) we currently sell, but for the more traditional rune symbols
and their respective meanings, simply click on the runes above and be taken
to their sisters below to understand the subtle differences between the
two. If you prefer gemstone sets which offer specific magickal properties,
check out our beautiful Gemstone
Rune Sets.
Don't forget,
for a greater understanding of the runes, their usage, and rune magick,
you may seek knowledge from rune books we offer ( A
Practical Guide to the Runes, and Northern
Mysteries and Magick: Runes and Feminine Powers). These books are
a great resource of information and knowledge as well as others found
in our Book Category.
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FEHU
"fay-who" |
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(F: Domestic cattle, wealth.) Possessions won or earned,
earned income, luck. Abundance, financial strength in the present or near
future. Sign of hope and plenty, success and happiness. Social success.
Energy, foresight, fertility, creation/destruction (becoming). Fehu Reversed
or Merkstave: Loss of personal property, esteem, or something that you
put in effort to keep. It indicates some sort of failure. Greed, burnout,
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URUZ
"ooo-rooze" |
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(U: Auroch, a wild ox.) Physical strength and speed, untamed potential.
A time of great energy and health. Freedom, energy, action, courage, strength,
tenacity, understanding, wisdom. Sudden or unexpected changes (usually
for the better). Sexual desire, masculine potency. The shaping of power
and pattern, formulation of the self. Uruz Reversed or Merkstave: Weakness,
obsession, misdirected force, domination by others. Sickness, inconsistency,
ignorance. Lust, brutality, rashness, callousness, violence. |
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THURISAZ
"thoor-ee-saws" |
TH |
(TH: Thorn or a Giant.) Reactive force, directed force of destruction
and defense, conflict. Instinctual will, vital eroticism, regenerative
catalyst. A tendency toward change. Catharsis, purging, cleansing fire.
Male sexuality, fertilization. (Thorr, the Thunder god, was of Giant stock.)Thurisaz
Reversed or Merkstave: Danger, defenselessness, compulsion, betrayal, dullness.
Evil, malice, hatred, torment, spite, lies. A bad man or woman. Rape? |
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ANSUZ
"awn-sooze |
A |
(A: The As, ancestral god, i.e. Odin.) A revealing message or insight,
communication. Signals, inspiration, enthusiasm, speech, true vision,
power of words and naming. Blessings, the taking of advice. Good health,
harmony, truth, wisdom. Ansuz Reversed or Merkstave: Misunderstanding,
delusion, manipulation by others, boredom. Vanity and grandiloquence.
(Odin is a mighty, but duplicitous god. He always has his own agenda.) |
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RAIDHO
"rye-though |
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(R: Wagon or chariot.) Travel, both in physical terms and those of lifestyle
direction. A journey, vacation, relocation, evolution, change of place
or setting. Seeing a larger perspective. Seeing the right move for you
to make and deciding upon it. Personal rhythm, world rhythm, dance of life.
Raidho Reversed or Merkstave: Crisis, rigidity, stasis, injustice, irrationality.
Disruption, dislocation, demotion, delusion, possibly a death. |
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KENAZ
"kane-awze |
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(K: Beacon or torch.) Vision, revelation, knowledge, creativity, inspiration,
technical ability. Vital fire of life, harnessed power, fire of transformation
and regeneration. Power to create your own reality, the power of light.
Open to new strength, energy, and power now. Passion, sexual love. Kenaz
Reversed or Merkstave: Disease, breakup, instability, lack of creativity.
Nakedness, exposure, loss of illusion and false hope. |
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GEBO
"gay-boe"
or "yee-boe" |
G |
(G: Gift.) Gifts, both in the sense of sacrifice and of generosity, indicating
balance. All matters in relation to exchanges, including contracts, personal
relationships and partnerships. Gebo Merkstave (Gebo cannot be reversed,
but may lie in opposition): Greed, loneliness, dependence, over-sacrifice.
Obligation, toll, privation, bribery. |
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WUNJO
"woon-yo" |
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(W or V: Joy.) Joy,
comfort, pleasure. Fellowship, harmony, prosperity. Ecstasy, glory, spiritual
reward, but also the possibility of going "over
the top". If restrained, the meaning is general success and recognition
of worth. Wunjo Reversed or Merkstave: Stultification, sorrow, strife,
alienation. Delirium, intoxication, possession by higher forces, impractical
enthusiasm. Raging frenzy, berzerker. |
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HAGALAZ
"haw-gaw-laws" |
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(H: Hail.) Wrath of nature, destructive, uncontrolled forces, especially
the weather, or within the unconscious. Tempering, testing, trial. Controlled
crisis, leading to completion, inner harmony. Hagalaz Merkstave (Hagalaz
cannot be reversed, but may lie in opposition): Natural disaster, catastrophe.
Stagnation, loss of power. Pain, loss, suffering, hardship, sickness,
crisis. |
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NAUTHIZ
"now-these" |
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(N: Need.) Delays, restriction. Resistance leading to strength, innovation,
need-fire (self-reliance). Distress, confusion, conflict, and the power
of will to overcome them. Endurance, survival, determination. A time to
exercise patience. Recognition of one's fate. Major self-initiated change.
Face your fears. Nauthiz Reversed or Merkstave: Constraint of freedom,
distress, toil, drudgery, laxity. Necessity, extremity, want, deprivation,
starvation, need, poverty, emotional hunger. |
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ISA
"ee-saw" |
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(I: Ice.) A challenge or frustration. Psychological blocks to thought
or activity, including grievances. Standstill, or a time to turn inward
and wait for what is to come, or to seek clarity. This rune reinforces
runes around it. Isa Merkstave (Isa cannot be reversed, but may lie in
opposition): Ego-mania, dullness, blindness, dissipation. Treachery, illusion,
deceit, betrayal, guile, stealth, ambush, plots. |
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JERA
"yare-awe" |
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(J or Y: A year, a good harvest.) The results of earlier efforts are
realized. A time of peace and happiness, fruitful season. It can break
through stagnancy. Hopes and expectations of peace and prosperity. The
promise of success earned. Life cycle, cyclical pattern of the universe.
Everything changes, in its own time. Jera Merkstave (Jera cannot be reversed,
but may lie in opposition): Sudden setback, reversals. A major change,
repetition, bad timing, poverty, conflict. |
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EIHWAZ
"eye-wawz" |
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(EI: Yew tree.) Strength, reliability, dependability, trustworthiness.
Enlightenment, endurance. Defense, protection. The driving force to acquire,
providing motivation and a sense of purpose. Indicates that you have set
your sights on a reasonable target and can achieve your goals. An honest
man who can be relied upon. Eihwaz Reversed or Merkstave: Confusion, destruction,
dissatisfaction, weakness. |
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PERTHRO
"perth-row" |
P |
(P: Lot cup, vagina.) Uncertain meaning, a secret matter, a mystery,
hidden things and occult abilities. Initiation, knowledge of one's destiny,
knowledge of future matters, determining the future or your path. Pertaining
to things feminine, feminine mysteries including female fertility, and
vagina. Good lot, fellowship and joy. Evolutionary change. Perthro Reversed
or Merkstave: Addiction, stagnation, loneliness, malaise. |
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ALGIZ
"all-yeese"
or Elhaz "ale-hawz" |
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or -R |
(Z or -R: Elk, protection.) Protection, a shield. The protective urge
to shelter oneself or others. Defense, warding off of evil, shield, guardian.
Connection with the gods, awakening, higher life. It can be used to channel
energies appropriately. Follow your instincts. Keep hold of success or
maintain a position won or earned. Algiz Reversed: or Merkstave: Hidden
danger, consumption by divine forces, loss of divine link. Taboo, warning,
turning away, that which repels. |
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SOWILO
"soe-wee-low" |
S |
(S: The sun.) Success, goals achieved, honor. The life-force, health.
A time when power will be available to you for positive changes in your
life, victory, health, and success. Contact between the higher self and
the unconscious. Wholeness, power, elemental force, sword of flame, cleansing
fire. Sowilo Merkstave (Sowilo cannot be reversed, but may lie in opposition):
False goals, bad counsel, false success, gullibility, loss of goals. Destruction,
retribution, justice, casting down of vanity. Wrath of god. |
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TIWAZ
"tea-wawz" |
T |
(T: Tyr, the sky god.) Honor, justice, leadership and authority. Analysis,
rationality. Knowing where one's true strengths lie. Willingness to self-sacrifice.
Victory and success in any competition or in legal matters. Tiwaz Reversed
or Merkstave: One's energy and creative flow are blocked. Mental paralysis,
over-analysis, over-sacrifice, injustice, imbalance. Strife, war, conflict,
failure in competition. Dwindling passion, difficulties in communication,
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BERKANO
"bear-kawn-oh"
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(B: Berchta, the birch-goddess.) Birth, general fertility, both mental
and physical and personal growth, liberation. Regenerative power and light
of spring, renewal, promise of new beginnings, new growth. Arousal of desire.
A love affair or new birth. The prospering of an enterprise or venture.
Berkano Reversed or Merkstave: Family problems and or domestic troubles.
Anxiety about someone close to you. Carelessness, abandon, loss of control.
Blurring of consciousness, deceit, sterility, stagnation. |
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EHWAZ
"ay-wawz"
or Ehwo
"ay-woh"
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(E: Horse, two horses.) Transportation. May represent a horse, car, plane,
boat or other vehicle. Movement and change for the better. Gradual development
and steady progress are indicated. Harmony, teamwork, trust, loyalty. An
ideal marriage or partnership. Confirmation beyond doubt the meanings of
the runes around it. Ehwaz Reversed or Merkstave: This is not really a
negative rune. A change is perhaps craved. Feeling restless or confined
in a situation. Reckless haste, disharmony, mistrust, betrayal. |
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MANNAZ
"mawn-nawz" |
M |
(M: Man, mankind.) The Self; the individual or the human race. Your attitude
toward others and their attitudes towards you. Friends and enemies, social
order. Intelligence, forethought, create, skill, ability. Divine structure,
intelligence, awareness. Expect to receive some sort of aid or cooperation
now. Mannaz Reversed or Merkstave: Depression, mortality, blindness, self-delusion.
Cunning, slyness, manipulation, craftiness, calculation. Expect no help
now. |
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LAGUZ
"law-gooze" |
L |
(L: Water, or a leek.) Flow, water, sea, a fertility source, the healing
power of renewal. Life energy and organic growth. Imagination and psychic
matters. Dreams, fantasies, mysteries, the unknown, the hidden, the deep,
the underworld. Success in travel or acquisition, but with the possibility
of loss. Laguz Reversed or Merkstave: An indication of a period of confusion
in your life. You may be making wrong decisions and poor judgements. Lack
of creativity and feelings of being in a rut. Fear, circular motion, avoidance,
withering. Madness, obsession, despair, perversity, sickness, suicide. |
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INGWAZ
"eeeng-wawz" |
NG |
(NG: Ing, the earth god.) Male fertility,
gestation, internal growth. Common virtues, common sense, simple strengths,
family love, caring, human warmth, the home. Rest stage, a time of relief,
of no anxiety. A time when all loose strings are tied and you are free
to move in a new direction. Listen to yourself. Ingwaz Merkstave (Ingwaz
cannot be reversed, but may lie in opposition): Impotence, movement without
change. Production, toil, labor, work. |
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DAGAZ
"thaw-gauze" |
D |
(D: Day or dawn.) Breakthrough, awakening, awareness. Daylight clarity
as opposed to nighttime uncertainty. A time to plan or embark upon an enterprise.
The power of change directed by your own will, transformation. Hope/happiness,
the ideal. Security and certainty. Growth and release. Balance point, the
place where opposites meet. Dagaz Merkstave (Dagaz cannot be reversed,
but may lie in opposition): A completion, ending, limit, coming full circle.
Blindness, hopelessness. |
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OTHALA
"oath-awe-law" |
O |
(O: Ancestral property.) Inherited property or possessions, a house,
a home. What is truly important to one. Group order, group prosperity.
Land of birth, spiritual heritage, experience and fundamental values. Aid
in spiritual and physical journeys. Source of safety, increase and abundance.
Othala Reversed or Merkstave: Lack of customary order, totalitarianism,
slavery, poverty, homelessness. Bad karma, prejudice, clannishness, provincialism.
What a man is bound to. |
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There is no historical
support for a "Blank Rune" in runic
divination. It was invented in the 1980's. When using other methods of rune
casting than those shown above (in our kits), you may wish to save the blank rune as a spare and not use it, as older, more traditional rune casters do not use the blank rune. |
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