short-cut guide to runes and their meanings

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Freyr/Freya's Aett

Fehu — "Fay – Hoo"

Domestic Cattle/Wealth

Fehu represents wealth earned or won through luck. Fehu is commonly used in a Bind Rune when one is concerned about a business, gaining wealth, or future financial prosperity.

Uruz — " ooo – rooze" as in "Moo" Auroch, a wild ox.

Uruz represents untamed physical strength and speed. If one is low on energy, or has started working out at a gym, Uruz may be used to help you focus on developing your "physicality."

Thurisaz — "thur — ee — saws" as in "Thursday." Thorn or a Giant.

Thurisaz represents a force of destruction and defense or conflict. Thurisaz can be used to "break down" barrier or things that are blocking you. It could also be used against someone to create a negative impact.

Ansuz — "awn — sooze" as in "Awning" The As, ancestral god, i.e. Odin.

Ansuz represents a message, or unexpected insight. If you're trying to increase your own "metaphysical" or psychic knowledge and understanding, this would be a good rune to use. If you're studying the runes, and want a bind rune asking for Odin's assistance, this would also work.

Raidho — "Rye — Though" Wagon or chariot.

Raidho represents travel, either in a physical sense, or in terms of lifestyle. If you want blessings during a trip, or want help "going somewhere" Raidho is a good rune to use in a bind rune.

Kenaz — "Cane — Awes" Beacon or torch.

Kenaz represents knowledge and technical ability. For those going to college, Kenaz is an excellent one for purposes of helping with studies, and remembering. If you're about to take an exam (though at that point it may be too late) Using a Kenaz on your palm with other runes might help.

Gebo — "Yee — Boo" Gift.

Gebo represents gifts of generosity and the obligations they bring. It can be used in a bind rune to hope for unexpected gifts (though as always, remember "a gift demands a gift.") It can also be used on behalf of a charity, hoping that they receive gifts.

Wunjo — "Woon — Yo" 'Joy.'

Wunjo represents joy and comfort. If you're looking for a happier life for yourself (or someone else) Wunjo is an excellent one to use. Using Wunjo and Fehu in combination can provide a blessing of "Wealth, happiness, and joy."

Heimdall's Aett

Hagalaz — "haw — gaw — laws" 'Hail.'

Hagalaz represents uncontrolled destructive forces. Hagalaz in a bind rune may be used as an attempt to gain control over bad things that are happening. Or alternatively, Hagalaz can be used to bring about destructive results.

Nauthiz — "now — these" 'N: Need.'

Nauthiz represents delay, and frustration due to lack of progress. If live is going to fast, and you need to slow it down, Nauthiz can be used. Once could also use it in combination with other runes to try to speed up progress.

Isa — "eee — saw" 'Ice.'

Isa represents a complete lack of progress. If you're needing stuff to "stop" one can use this rune. For example, If bad things are happening that are destructive in your life, you could take Hagalaz, and then place Isa on top of it, hoping to stop the bad stuff from happening.

Jera — "yare — awe" 'A year, a good harvest.'

Jera represents the harvest, the rewards of hard work. If you've been working on a project, and want a good result, Jera is a potential rune to use.

Eihwaz — "eye — was" 'Yew tree.'

Eihwaz represents the sturdiness, strength and dependability of a tree. If you're finding the need to be emotionally strong, or need emotional strength, Eihwaz would be a good rune to include in a bind rune.

Perthro — "perth — row"

'Lot cup, vagina.'

Perthro can represent hidden things or mysteries. If one is exploring "secret things" or things magical (such as Seidhr) Perho might be a good rune to use in a bind rune to help you with your studies in that area.

Algiz — "all — yeese" 'Elk, protection.'

Algiz represents protection, like a shield. If you are looking for help in protecting something (such as yourself, your family, or your house) Algiz is an excellent rune to use in a bind rune.

Sowilo — "soe –wee — low" 'The sun.'

Sowilo represents honor through achieved goals. It can also represent good health. Positive changes occur with Sowilo. IF you use Sowilo in a bind rune you're probably looking for something positive to result out of "work" (not necessarily paying work).

Tyr's Aett

Tiwaz — "Tea — Whaz" 'Tyr, the sky god.'

Tiwaz represents vows, honor, and justice. It can be used in a bind rune regarding agreements, or upcoming legal issues.

Berkano — "Bear — Kawn — Oh" 'Berchta, the birch-goddess.'

Berkano generally refers to fertility and childbirth. If you're hoping to have a child, this is a good rune for a bind rune.

Ehwaz — "Ay — Wawz" as in "day" 'Horse, two horses.'

This should not be confused with Eihwaz.

Ehwaz is similar to Raidho in that it represents a Journey, as opposed to arriving at a destination. If you're following a "new path" or going through new experiences (or want to) Ehwaz is a good rune for a bind rune.

Mannaz — "Man — Awes" 'Man, mankind.'

Mannaz represents yourself, your attitude, and your attitude towards others. If you're on a path of Self improvement, or changing yourself, Mannaz is a rune to use.

Laguz — "Law — Goose" 'Water, or a leek.'

Laguz represents the healing power of water, and the power of renewal. If you're needing regeneration, or are looking for "renewal" regarding something, Laguz is a potential rune to use.

Inguz — "Ing — Goose" 'Ing, the earth god.'

Inguz represents the home, family love, and caring. If you're trying to have an impact upon your family, Inguz is a good rune to use.

Dagaz — "Daw — Gawz" 'Day or dawn.'

Dagaz represents a time of change. If you're "starting your life over" or starting a new job, Dagaz may be a rune you want to use.

Othala — "Oath — Awe — Law" 'Ancestral property.'

Othala represents wealth that was neither earned (like Fehu) or given to you (like Gebo). Othala represents "familial wealth." If you're concerned about someone "raiding the family coffers" or hoping for the family to increase their well, this may be a good one.

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