Halloween is a popular holiday that is celebrated on October 31st every year. It is a time for dressing up in costumes, carving pumpkins, and participating in fun and spooky activities. One popular tradition during Halloween is to decorate houses and yards with spooky and festive decorations. One classic decoration that is commonly found during Halloween is the witch on a tree decoration. This decoration typically features a creepy-looking witch sitting or hanging on a tree branch. The witch is often depicted wearing a black hat, a long cloak, and holding a broomstick.

Rune Meanings for Modern Day: An Introduction to Runes

Runes are an ancient form of writing used in northern Europe, including Germany, Scandinavia, and the British Isles. The listing below is a very basic chart of Scandinavian rune meanings known as the “elder Futhark.” In modern times, people often use runes for divination, in writing magical texts or spells, or as talismans.

You may have heard of or encountered the runic alphabet before but been mystified by its cryptic appearance. Unlike the alphabet we use today, each rune acts as a symbolic representation for some aspect of life. Once you understand these meanings, runes can become a powerful tool for divination, spellwork, and more.

The Elder Futhark consists of 25 runes (24 with characters and one blank rune). The image below provides the name and symbol for each rune, and the following chart describes the historical rune meanings and what it may signify in divination.

All knowledge, cosmic power, fate, destiny, gateway, blank space, void

Wealth, prosperity, status, power

Aurochs (ancient cow)

Strength, courage, determination

Thor, or a giant

Protection, obstacles, stubbornness

Voice of the gods

Wisdom from a higher source

A journey, whether physical or otherwise

Knowledge, study, skill, ideas

Gift, love, union, mutual responsibility

Good luck or good news, family, harmony

Disruption, misfortune, shock

Poverty, distress, something lacking

Stasis, stillness (desirable or otherwise)

Success, productivity, cycles

Change, flexibility, empowerment, safety

Cauldron or dice cup

Mystery, chance, seeing the future

Protection, communication, friendship

One’s will, success, good health & fortune

Justice, leadership, self-sacrifice

Feminine energy, nurturing, love, beauty

Service, trust, self-control, a helper

Self, rational thought, friends, consciousness

Water, intuition, scrying, dreams, the moon

Ing (fertility god)

Sexual energy, fertility, union, intense creativity

Home, family, inheritance, ancestors

Beginnings & endings, cyclic change, destiny

We love the rustic, natural feel of wooden rune sets, which are perfect for beginners! The physical weightiness of wooden or ceramic rune tiles can’t be beaten, especially when you take the time to cast them as part of a ritual or ceremony.

If you want to deepen your knowledge of runes and rune-casting for divination, healing and more even further than this introductory post, there are several excellent books about runes you may be interested in adding to your reading list. Some focus more on history and lore of runes while others are geared for more of a practical, hands-on approach to working runes as part of your spiritual practice.

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Rune Meanings: Getting To Know The Elder Futhark

At some point in your journey through The Craft, you’ve probably heard mention of runes. This is especially true if you follow the Norse traditions of paganism.

Runes are an incredibly diverse tool for anyone walking the paths of the ancient ways. Runes can be used for divination, charms, and talismans. They can even be used as a system of writing to give a little flair to your book of shadows.

Table Of Contents

• A Quick History Of Norse, Nordic, & Viking Runic Alphabets
• Elder Futhark Runes, Symbols, & Meanings Chart

I’ll talk more in future articles about how to use runes for divination and for charms/talismans in the form of bind runes, but for now, let’s get to know the runes.

A Quick History Of Norse, Nordic, & Viking Runic Alphabets

Like everything in life, runes have evolved over time. Starting with the elder futhark, evolving into the younger futhark, and even into an Anglo-Saxon form, to name a few. Most commonly, in my experience, the elder futhark is what is typically used by pagans/witches in modern times which is why this chart focuses on this version.

The below chart gives you the written representation of the rune, the common name used for the rune, the letter that corresponds with it, the tarot card to go with the rune, and a basic breakdown of the meanings of each rune.

As you are exploring the runes, here are a few things to keep in mind:

• These are the common meanings that go with each rune but that does not mean this is set in stone. I highly recommend you take your time and meditate with each rune to get to know it. We are all unique with different life experiences so we may have two different personal meanings to the runes. So let this be a place to start but evolve the runes in a way that speaks to you when it comes to using them
• Before you begin to utilize the runes actively, really get to know them and understand how they are used. Jumping in a little too soon, like anything in The Craft, can be challenging. So keep things simple and don’t get overcomplicated when doing something like creating bind runes/sigils.

The witch is often depicted wearing a black hat, a long cloak, and holding a broomstick. This decoration adds a spooky and mystical element to Halloween decorations. The witch on a tree decoration is significant because it symbolizes the folklore surrounding witches and their association with Halloween.

Elder Futhark Runes, Symbols, & Meanings Chart

Below is a chart that gives you some basic information on the commonly used runes within paganism and witchcraft.

The Meaning of Each of the Rune Stone Symbols

Each meaning for each of the Runestones is described below. If you would like to see the technique for casting runestones, or would like to see different types of runestones that are available, click here.

Check the meaning of each Rune Stone using your own mini chart for a reference. Click here for more info.

Right Side (facing up)
A fulfilment rune of good fortune, material stability, security, wealth. FEOH feeds and nourishes on both the spiritual and material planes. An indication of something earned or won. "The primal cow, the sow, the fertile originating animals, our common beginning." It is essential to share good fortune with others. This rune also indicates fertility and harmony.

Right Side
A rune of creativity and sexual energy. UR also represents the death of a cycle, out with the old wild ox and in with the new. May indicate a dark period with material loss or the loss of a person but new opportunities will arise from this. It is indicative of an unpredictable power, tests and greed. Opportunities, sexuality and good luck are the keywords for this rune.

Reversed
Opportunities that have passed by, possible health problems and a lack of progress in certain areas.

Right Side
A rune of negative change, contemplation and conflict. Synonymous with the hammer of Thor, this rune represents: trolls, demons, giants and male power. Strength may be found by observing the past and future. As Thor was the Norse God of strength other key meanings of this rune are: security, protection and possibly good news.

Reversed
Thorn (th) as a thorn bush can indicate dangers of a smaller less significant kind. However reversed this rune can indicate unfavourable news or a sense of feeling vulnerable.

Right Side
A rune of God's blessing and joy. A time to expect the unexpected, new beginnings and communications, messengers, signals and gifts. A guarantee of harmony and order. A warning to fortify oneself before attempting to come to the aid of others. "The divine breath, the sacred ash and the world tree." As this rune is also representative of Odin himself other meanings associated with this rune are: wisdom, psychic power and aid from someone older.

Reversed
This rune reversed serves as a warning against trickery or pranks, this is even more true if it involves an older person. A warning against an older person causing trouble or playing tricks and games. Think carefully before accepting any advice.

Right Side
A rune of personal development and transformation. This rune is indicative of journeys and travel. The journeys may be of a physical or spiritual nature, but either way will bring about some positive developments. It is also a time of choice and of making the right move to ensure all effort and energy is channelled in the right direction.

Reversed
This rune reversed is indicative of delays and possibly difficult journeys. It can also mean that there are important lessons that need to be learned.

Right Side
A rune of renewed light after a period of darkness or confusion. It is also a warning of a danger to health, possibly in the form of: fever, abscesses, ulcers, physical or mental problems. As a torch this rune also represents creative fire and artistic impulse. it is a shining beacon of hope in the dark.

Right Side
A rune of generosity and the giving and receiving of gifts; and with the help of the Gods, kindness and aid to others. It is a gift and a greeting of peace. Partnerships and relationships are blessed. People unite and relationships move to a deeper level. "The lovers kiss; the bountiful Goddess abundance." This rune also represents sacrifice and the balance of opposing factions or elements. A remnant of Gyfu gis still sent today to mark the passing of another year.

Reversed
This rune reversed is indicative of harm to friendship, separations and self centred behaviour.

Right Side
A rune of material and emotional gain, through diligence. It also indicates comfort and renewed energy. Situations will change for the better. Peace balance and harmony are the keywords with the possibility that wishes will be fulfilled. A time to re-evaluate one's plans and goals as darkness has given way to light.

Reversed
This rune reversed is indicative of conflicts and changes that are not positive. It is a warning to anticipate strife in certain situations.

Right Side
A rune that warns of illness. Hagal means hail and is symbolic of uncontrolled and destructive forces. It is a time of upheaval, discord and disruption and general bad luck. There will be setbacks and problems all which need to be endured in order to come through on the other side.

Right Side
A rune of limit, limitation and patience. Keywords include: necessity, need, absence, sadness, tiredness. It is indicative of the hardship of existing on less than enough. Much hard work and patience is needed to work through the pain and strife, but the experience must be treated as a period of learning in order to overcome difficulty rather than becoming bitter. There is a warning against greed and desire as this will only prove destructive.

Reversed
This rune reversed warns against hasty decisions and careful thought about any pending commitment.

Right Side
The rune of obstacles and mental blocks. It is a barrier stopping or preventing, while warning against proceeding. As a beacon it is a "shining light", but stillness, patience and sacrifice of the "I" may win the prize. Other meanings include: coldness between people, lethargy, death end, termination, strong hidden forces and blocks to thought and deed. This rune intensifies the meaning of any other runes associated with it.

Reversed
This rune reversed is indicative of a coldness which gives rise to conflict and arguments. only by acting positively can the ice be melted.

Right Side
The rune of harvest, fertility and the turning wheel. This rune is symbolic of success, an abundant year and the cycles of nature and life. Projects will succeed although plans cannot be rushed and patience must be observed. Effort reaps its reward. Other meanings include: the sacred marriage between heaven and earth, thriving crops, generosity of kings and prosperity. "When the harvest comes - celebrate!".

Right Side
As with the 13th card of death in the tarot deck, this rune is also symbolic of death, but death in the sense of a cycle of life. It highlights the importance of death in human life as in death, regeneration and rebirth. This rune is symbolic of the gate to the underworld. Patience is needed to work through a period of stagnation. Old ways will pass giving rise to the new.

Reversed
This rune reversed symbolises nostalgia and a hankering for the past. It can also represent emotional problems linked to the death of a loved one.

Right Side
This is a rune of mystery and things not being quite what they seem. It is a time to experience the unexpected and live for the now. Other meanings include: womb, female fertility. A game that is played between "desire and destiny". A rune of revelation.

Reversed
This rune reversed is symbolic of hidden things that are revealed and cast out into the open.

Right Side
A Rune symbolic of protection and shelter. Temptation may be put in the way of an individual, but this is to be resisted. Emotions must be contained and pain and strife overcome in order to move forward. Other meanings include: new beginnings, protect what has been worked for, the hand sign to ward off evil, divine aspirations, elk-sedge a plant which hurts anyone who touches it and a strong symbol of protection.

Right Side
A rune of health, wealth and happiness and contact with one's higher self. Now is the time to use the sun's energy for regeneration and reveal secrets that are hidden. Other meanings include: creativity, guidance particularly of sailors, spiritual power to "resist disintegration", the light of the world and positive beneficial magic.

Reversed
This rune reversed warns of the possibility of carelessness or recklessness leading to ill health or danger.

Right Side
A rune of bravery and steadfastness in the face of any adversity. New partnerships will produce great things. This is a rune of energy, contentment and passion and it is a much used talisman. Other meanings include: a brave and noble death, self knowledge, faith, victory and success in law and war.

Right Side
This is a rune of new birth and new beginnings. Although it can be indicative of an actual birth or marriage it can also refer to personal growth and development and the prosperity of an enterprise. It can indicate the start of something special and to facilitate this, doubts must cleansed before moving forward. Other meanings include: fertility in the bodily sense, beauty and the breasts of the Earth Goddess.

Reversed
This rune reversed is symbolic of hurdles or problems getting in the way of the birth or start of something. This rune reversed warns of stagnation.

Right Side
This is a rune of travel and change, possibly of job, career, residence or maybe all three. This rune brings a message from the Gods and rank, pride, happiness and an aid to the restless. It may also indicate spiritual journeys and faith in one's destiny.

Reversed
This rune reversed warns of a restlessness and a desire to escape by travelling or moving away from the problem - a passage away from pain.

Right Side
This is the rune of mankind and all of the attributes which set humans apart. it suggests that the middle path should be sought and followed and it also refers to family matters. Other meanings include: a connection to others, mutual joy intelligence, memory and culture. Also a desire for change.

Reversed
This rune reversed symbolises a lack of of common sense. A need for solace and isolation, particularly form family.

Right Side
This is the rune of unconscious intuition and mystery. It can be indicative of some levels of psychic ability and the courage to trust in hunches. It can mean success in travel, also gains made at the expense of loss. Other meanings include: the ebb and the flow of the tides, waves, seas and lakes and the power of green growth bursting through the soil.

Right Side
This is a rune of peace and prosperity, also fertility especially male potency. It is symbolic of the erect phallus and fertilising power. Projects, ideas and even people reach their full potential. Matters come to a head and problems are resolved. The hearth and home are protected.

Reversed
This rune reversed warns of the need to be more diligent and that progress is being blocked.

Right Side
This is a rune of harmonious unexpected success. It is a balance between light and darkness; as night gives way to dawn, this gives way to day and so on. It is a beacon of light bringing forth clarity, success and abundance in life. The time is right to embark upon a new project, but be cautious in the journey forward.

Right Side
This is a rune of inheritance and the discarding of traditional well worn ways in order to move forward. It symbolises mental and spiritual heritage, property and old traditions and family values. Other meanings associated with this rune are: the freeing of an individual from a group or clan, fundamental ideas and spiritual values. Although something may have to be given up or lost in order to acquire property or an estate, the wise use of resources is indicated here.

Reversed
This rune reversed is symbolic of family disputes and break ups, problems with parents and possibly arguments or problems with any inheritances.

This rune stone is blank and symbolises something that cannot be known or cannot be controlled and as such fate will decide the outcome.

Note that the information on this page has been sourced from The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Divination - S. Karcher - Element Books Ltd. Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 8BP - ISBN: 1-85230-876-1

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