Rune readings have been used for centuries as a tool for divination and self-discovery. Runes are ancient symbols that were used by various Germanic peoples, such as the Norse and Anglo-Saxons. Each rune has a specific meaning and can be interpreted to provide guidance and insight into different aspects of life. The exploration of rune readings involves understanding the meanings of each rune and how they relate to different questions and situations. The runes can be drawn from a bag or cast onto a surface, and the pattern in which they land can provide further information. One of the key aspects of rune readings is the connection between the runes and personal intuition.
2) Practicality — I can’t tell you the number of rune sets I’ve had where one rune has gone missing. Fortunately, having a “blank” allows me to recreate the one rune I am missing.
1 The runes were introduced to Scandinavia during the same period that the well known spiral-ornaments were introduced from Crete - about 1800-400 BC. Some people recommend the caster sitting facing North if possible, the direction of the Gods in Norse mythology, however I ve never found it critical.
One of the key aspects of rune readings is the connection between the runes and personal intuition. The interpretations of the runes are not set in stone and can vary depending on the individual and their own experiences and beliefs. Some people prefer to use guidebooks or online resources to help with interpreting the runes, while others rely solely on their own intuition.
Introduction
Runes are an ancient Germanic alphabet. They were used throughout northern Europe, Scandinavia, the British Isles, and Iceland from about 100 B.C.E. to 1600 C.E.
Since ancient times, runes have been used for divination and magic, in addition to writing. Tacitus, in Chapter X of his Germania, describes a form of divination used by Germanic tribes:
“To divination and casting of lots, they pay attention beyond any other people.
Their method of casting lots is a simple one:
they cut a branch from a fruit-bearing tree and divide it into small pieces which they mark with certain distinctive signs and scatter at random onto a white cloth. Then, the priest of the community if the lots are consulted publicly, or the father of the family if it is done privately, after invoking the gods and with eyes raised to heaven, picks up three pieces, one at a time, and interprets them according to the signs previously marked upon them.”
Runes can be an oracle for one seeking advice. They hint toward answers, but you have to figure out the details. This is when the rune casters intuition becomes paramount.
Runic divination (“casting”) is not “fortunetelling.” Runes give one a means of analyzing the path that one is on and the likely outcome. Those who use the runes tend not to believe in pre-destination. The future changes as we act in the present. By changing ones actions one can change the path one is upon.
Odin, the Norse High God of the Aesir, hung from the world tree, Yggdrasil, impaled on his own spear, for nine days and nights in order to gain the knowledge of runes. When the runes appeared below him, he reached down and took them up, and the runic knowledge gave him power . He later passed on this knowledge to the Vanir goddess Freya. She, in turn, taught him the magic of seidr. Heimdall, the god who guarded the Rainbow Bridge, taught the runes to mankind.
The Old Germanic Runic alphabet or “Elder Futhark” contains 24 runes. The first six runes of the alphabet spell out the word “FUTHARK”. As the runes spread northwards into Scandinavia, some rune symbols were dropped and the alphabet was reduced to only 16 runes.
The Runes are divided into three groups (called Aettir’s). Each group contains eight symbols.
One who aspires to become adept with runes must have some knowledge of the mythology, history, and culture of ancient Europe and Scandinavia.
By exploring rune readings, individuals can gain a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them. The runes can provide insight into relationships, career choices, and personal development. They can offer guidance and support during challenging times and help to uncover hidden truths. It's important to approach rune readings with an open mind and a willingness to explore and learn. They are not meant to provide definitive answers or predict the future, but rather to offer a different perspective and provide guidance on how to navigate life's challenges. The exploration of rune readings can be a fascinating and enriching experience for those who are open to it..
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