Runes

Each of the twenty-four runes of the Elder Futhark is illustrated here, with a short guide to their interpretations. Reversed meanings (if the rune lands upside down) haven’t been included because usually

it’s fairly easy to work out - basically any favourable aspects of the rune are either lessened, or will be delayed, while negative aspects are magnified.

The First Aett - Freyr's (Fertility & Plenty)

Feoh

Cattle, wealth or possessions.

This rune indicates material wealth and prosperity. It can also stand for mental or

emotional fulfillment. This is a great rune to draw - but be careful not to be greedy or

selfish with your good fortune.

Associated with: the elder tree and the colour red.

Uruz

Wild ox, Adulthood.

To draw the ox means that something is ending for you, perhaps just a particular

phase, perhaps a relationship. This is a rune of transition, you are moving towards a

new start. Is this a good thing? You won’t be sure immediately.

Associated with: the birch tree and the colour dark green.

Thurisaz

The God Thor, Thor’s Hammer, a thorn.

A tricky rune. So often a warning of troublesome forces brewing, it can also be a rune

of protection, gathering up your strength to deal with whatever’s on the way.

Associated with: the blackthorn tree and the sapphire.

Ansuz

The God Loki, a messenger.

The rune of communications, successful and unsuccessful, straightforward or

misleading. Also linked to Odin, it can signify wisdom,revelations and creative or

spiritual forces.

Associated with: the ash tree and the emerald.

Raido

A journey or travel, a reunion.

This is the rune of movement and travel, perhaps overseas. It can also indicate the

need to take stock of where you are currently in your life - is this where you want to

be? What do you have to do in order to make things better?

Associated with: the oak tree and the colour scarlet.

Kauno

A torch, an opening, warmth.

The torch sheds light on previously obscure areas, and this rune shows you will

reach a new understanding of your situation. However understanding on its own is not

enough, there are actions which need to be taken.

Associated with: the pine tree and the bloodstone gem.

Gebo

A gift or talent, love.

The rune of good fortune. This can be a gift, maybe the gift of love, or forgiveness, or

of course a sudden windfall. However don’t assume the Lottery will turn up trumps for

you, it may be an ability or talent you possess has come to fruition, or maybe a

partnership?

Associated with: the elm tree and the opal.

Wunjo

Happiness, satisfaction.

This is a nice rune. It’s the satisfaction of things coming together, new beginnings,

good health and close friendships or partnerships working well. Enjoy - you deserve

it!

Associated with: the ash tree and the diamond.

Second Aett - Hagal (the elemental force of hail and storm)

Hagalaz (Literally) Hail - disruption, turbulence, natural forces.

There could be problems or delays ahead if this rune is drawn, possibly connected

with some external force, whether it’s something like storms, floods, or maybe a third

party interfering in a relationship or career issue. If you’re hoping for a breakthrough,

it’s not going to happen just yet.

Associated with: onyx and pale blue.

Naudiz Need, hardship.

This rune indicates there may be problems ahead, possibly with your health. Don’t

worry too much, although it does suggest setbacks of some kind, you have the

strength to get through and even benefit by the experience.

Associated with: the rowan tree and the colour black.

Isa Ice, a barrier or bridge.

Something is blocking the way ahead for you. The trick is to not to try to push on

regardless, but to take heed of the barrier and wait until the outlook is better. Not the

best time for relationships, so let the dust settle for a while.

Associated with: the alder tree and the catseye gemstone.

Jera

The year, harvest.

The rune of success, for plans and ventures coming to fulfilment.Generally a great

rune, unless you’ve been misbehaving in some way, when it suggests the possibility

of chickens coming home to roost..

Associated with: the oak tree and the carnelian.

Eihwaz

Yew tree, weapon, magic.

The thirteenth rune, not necessarily unlucky but it does mean there are a few

problems around. You have the strength and courage to arm yourself against

adversity and get through the current situation, you just need to mobilise your

defences.

Associated with: the yew tree and the topaz.

Pertho

Games of chance, pleasure, a challenge.

An elusive rune, generally associated with gambling and chance. Maybe it’s time to

make that leap into the unknown? Can also be associated with pregnancy - this rune

really needs to be interpreted in context with the surrounding runes as it is so hard to

pin down.

Associated with: the aspen tree and the aquamarine.

Algiz

Growth, Protection.

Indicates the possibility of a bumpy ride ahead, but with this comes personal

development and growth. Whatever you’re planning, take time to think it through for

any possible problems and make plans to deal with them.

Associated with: the amethyst and the colour gold.

Sowelo

The sun, energy, light.

This lovely rune embodies all good things - good health, energy and the victory of the

positive over the negative. Things are really coming together for you now.

Associated with: the juniper tree and the ruby.

Third Aett - Tyr’s (linked to the Norse warrior God, Tyr or Tiwaz.)

Tiwaz Battles, courage.

Strongly linked to legal battles, this rune shows you need to be strong and persevere

in the face of injustice. Doing the right thing will carry you through the difficulties

ahead. Keep cool and use your head! Good sense and intelligence will get you

through.

Associated with: the oak tree and the colour scarlet.

Berkana

Fertility, growth, a new life.

Looks like there’s a new business or undertaking on the cards - perhaps a course of

study? Whatever new ventures you have planned, this rune is indicating the signs are

looking good for success.

Associated with: the birch tree and the moonstone.

Ehwaz

(Literally) Horse - momentum, progress, speed.

Don’t rush blindly on - this rune stands for steady, measured progress towards your

goal. Continue on your present path and you will get to where you want to be, as

long as you don’t allow yourself to get discouraged. Your inner strength will get you

through.

Associated with: the ash tree and the colour white.

Mannaz

Humanity, the self or inner being.

This rune links you to others, whether friends and family or the wider community. It

indicates the possibility of change, and using your creativity and gifts in co-operation

with others to achieve your goals.

Associated with: the holly tree and the garnet.

Laguz

(Literally) Water - the psyche, voyages of discovery.

Often this can literally show travel overseas, particularly if Raido is drawn nearby. It

carries a strong sense of sometimes letting your intuition guide you and going with

the flow for a while. Traditionally linked with the psychic and usually strongly female

in energy.

Associated with: the pearl and dark green.

Ingwaz

Harmony, love.

The rune of completion and sexuality, there may well be a pregnancy here. This rune

emphasies a strong, stable environment - the family is your refuge against the world

and will give you confidence to face whatever life throws at you.

Associated with: the apple tree and amber.

Dagaz

(Literally) Daylight - a breakthrough.

When this rune is drawn, things are becoming clearer to you. You may be coming to

the end of a transitional period, and there may well be a real change in direction just

round the corner, which is what you have been waiting for.

Associated with: the spruce tree and light blue.

Othila

Home or homeland, inheritance, possessions.

Yes, you could be coming into some money! Or you may simply be buying a house

where you can put down some roots. This is the rune of homecoming, of settling

down and being at ease with yourself and your surroundings.

Associated with: the hawthorn tree and the colour yellow.

Remember, this is just a tiny portion of the subject of Runes - but if this does 'wet' your appetite.

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The runes were seen as powerful aids to divination and magic, able to influence the forces of nature and work charms of fertility and healing.

Although the actual number of runes in the alphabet varied at different times and locations, gradually the twenty-four Anglo-Saxon futhark became the standard. These runes are grouped into three Aetts, or sets of eight.

The first Aett is Freyrs (or Freya’s) Aett, representing Fertility and Plenty. The second Aett is named after Hagal, the elemental force of hail and storm, and Tyr’s Aett is linked to the Norse warrior God, Tyr or Tiwaz.

Each of the twenty-four runes of the Elder Futhark is illustrated here, with a short guide to their interpretations.

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Origins of Runes

The origins of the runes in Western Europe can be traced back to about 1300 BC.

Carved into stone monuments or engraved on metalwork, these pictographs of animals and religious and fertility symbols later evolved into what we know today as Runes (from the Gothic ‘Runa’, meaning mystery or secret).

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Reversed meanings

(if the rune lands upside down) haven’t been included because usually it’s fairly easy to work out - basically any favourable aspects of the rune are either lessened, or will be delayed, while negative aspects are magnified.

Beginners Guide To Runes

Runes are a fascinating subject - and Arwen has provided some

fabulous information if you are interested in learing more about Runes

- this is a great way of becoming familiar with them!

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Ansuz

Thurisaz

Uruz

Fehu

Raidho

Kenaz

Gebo

Wunjo

Hagalaz

Nauthiz

Isa

Jera

Eihwaz

Pethro

Elhaz

Sowilo

Tiwaz

Berkano

Ehwaz

Mannaz

Laguz

Ingwaz

Dagaz

Othala

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