ELDER FUTHARK RUNE MEANINGS AND TRANSLATIONS 5-8

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Raidho
Pronunciation – rye-though

Meanings – journey (physical or spiritually), seeing the bigger picture, change, reunions, travel, represents the wagon wheel

Interpretations – If your journey is physical this is a good sign. However, if your journey is spiritual you need to be adaptable, see the right move for you to make and actually do it. Focus on the experience not the destination. Some interpretations reference the return of old friends or the appearance of those you made a soul pact with before coming to this life. Other interpretations believe the wagon wheel is representing the seasonality of nature or the Wheel of the Year. Recognize that seasons can be abundant or can wane. If you are feeling low, remember that you will not feel this way forever and beautiful joyous days are ahead of you.

If reversed – Physical journey can mean disruption or delays. Plans may go off course but remember sometimes this can lead you to new opportunities and lessons. It's important to remain open-minded. Spiritually it can also mean stagnation and it's time to push through any agitation or delusion you may be avoiding so you can flourish. Regarding reunions it can mean you are obstructing, and you need to re-evaluate your attitude and behaviors. 

Inscriptions – Safe travel, intuition assistance or spiritual guidance

Kenanz
Pronunciation – kane- awze

Meanings – fire, torch, beacon, openings

Interpretations – This rune represents the banishing of darkness and bringing forth the illumination of energy and creativity. This is a sign that you are in harmony with the universe and that you are making progress and development on something that was once holding you back. Be aware this guidance has intense potential and allow it to open your mind to new possibilities and assist you in progressing further.

If reversed – lack of fire or light and indicates you may in murky darkness when it comes to your intuition or the universe. This can also indicate closure of something, maybe a connection, friendship, job or intentions. This is a good time to reassess your priorities and work to ground or stabilize before proceeding in any decision making.

Inscriptions – restoration, creativity, inspiration, perception, revelation, and this can add strength and power to your talisman.

Gebo
Pronunciation – gay-boh

Meanings – Unity, kindness or gifts – indicating balance and harmony through generosity, forgiveness or self-sacrifice.

Interpretations – can indicate or symbolize a connection between two people – the giver and the recipient. Depending on context and circumstances Gebo can mean that you are about to receive a gift physically or emotionally. It can also mean that you should contemplate your own contributions and self-sacrifice. Are you holding back or giving too freely to those who may be taking advantage? With Gebo it's important to always be mindful of balance in relationships whether it's romantic, friendship or business.

If reversed – cannot be reversed

Inscriptions – Love (physically or emotionally) and all types of relationships

Wunjo
Pronunciation – woon-yo

Meanings – joy, pleasure, hope, euphoria

Interpretations – Wunjo's exact interpretation is joy. It's important to let go of ego and become harmonious with your higher self or the universe. Always be present and mindful. Wunjo's meaning is similar to the Law of Attraction. If you continue to have a pessimistic mindset you will attract negativity, but if you practice gratitude and acknowledge all the good you have received you will attract more positive outcomes. If you've been gloomy or irritable the Wunjo rune can be a reminder to adjust your way of thinking to the brighter side. This sign is also very positive for relationships – romantic or otherwise.

If reversed – a depressed time where you may be experiencing a lot of troubles, stress or anxiety. It's critical that you do not make any big agreements, arrangements or start new projects at this time. Right now is a very unlucky time for you and you may be unable to see alternative or more beneficial choices.

Inscriptions – good vibes or frequencies, prosperity, and positive outcomes. Strong and effective on rune inscriptions.

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