Divination using the Elder Futhark
Name (Rune) | Representing forces | Association with the Asgardian Pantheon | Divination interpretations |
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Fehu (ᚠ) | Wealth, Abundance, Success, Security and Fertility. | Fehu represents material wealth, abundance, and cattle, which ties it to the Vanir deities Freyr and Freyja, both associated with fertility, prosperity, and material well-being. | Fehu represents material wealth, success, and personal power. It signifies new beginnings, material gain, and the need to manage resources wisely. It can also be about earning respect or recognition. |
Uruz (ᚢ) | Uruz symbolizes physical strength and endurance, attributes strongly associated with Thor, the protector of Midgard and the embodiment of raw power. | Uruz represents physical strength, endurance, and vitality. It signifies raw power, courage, and a need to harness one's inner potential. It’s a rune of healing and overcoming obstacles. | |
Thurisaz (ᚦ) | Thor (in his role as a protector against chaos), Loki (as a trickster and force of chaos), and the Jötnar (giants). | Thurisaz symbolizes conflict and potential destruction but also protection through wisdom. It can represent a thorn, something small that causes pain, or a giant force like Thor’s hammer. A warning to proceed cautiously. | |
Ansuz (ᚨ) | Communication, Wisdom, and Divine Guidance | Odin, god of wisdom, knowledge, and communication | Ansuz is the rune of divine wisdom. It represents insight, learning through experience, and clarity in communication. It suggests paying attention to guidance from spiritual forces. |
Raidho (ᚱ) | Thor (as a god of protection during journeys), Odin (for spiritual journeys). | Kenaz signifies enlightenment, creativity, and the fire of knowledge. It represents the spark of inspiration and the transformative power of learning and understanding. A beacon of clarity in the dark. | |
Kenaz (ᚲ) | Heimdall, god of foresight and the keeper of wisdom. | Kenaz signifies enlightenment, creativity, and the fire of knowledge. It represents the spark of inspiration and the transformative power of learning and understanding. A beacon of clarity in the dark. | |
Gebo (ᚷ) | Odin (as a giver of wisdom and gifts), Freyja (as the goddess of love and relationships). | Gebo represents balance in relationships, partnerships, and the giving and receiving of gifts. It signifies generosity, fairness, and the importance of cooperation. It often indicates a blessing or union. | |
Wunjo (ᚹ) | Baldr, god of joy, purity, and light; Freyja, goddess of beauty and happiness. | Wunjo symbolizes happiness, harmony, and a sense of well-being. It represents fulfillment and joy, often in the context of family or community. It is a sign of a positive resolution or completion of an endeavor. | |
Hagalaz (ᚺ) | Hel, goddess of death; Skadi, goddess of winter and the hunt. | Hagalaz signifies natural forces out of human control, such as storms or upheavals. It often represents sudden disruption or change that leads to transformation. It’s a rune of necessary destruction before renewal. | |
Nauthiz (ᚾ) | The Norns, who control fate and necessity. | Nauthiz represents need or scarcity and often indicates a period of trial or hardship. It’s a reminder of what must be done to survive or succeed and stresses patience, endurance, and inner strength. | |
Isa (ᛁ) | Skadi, goddess of winter and ice. | Isa represents ice, stasis, and a period of stillness or blockage. It can indicate a temporary pause or standstill, advising patience and caution. A time to gather strength or wait for more favorable conditions. | |
Jera (ᛃ) | Freyr, god of fertility and the harvest. | Jera symbolizes the natural cycles of the year and the rewards of hard work. It represents the fruition of efforts and the harvest of success. A positive sign of completion, though it may take time. | |
Eihwaz (ᛇ) | Balance, Enlightenment, Death and Rebirth. |
Yggdrasil and Odin | Eihwaz signifies resilience, death, rebirth and the ability to endure hardships. It represents strength through adversity and the power to overcome obstacles, which connects it to Yggdrasil. It also symbolizes spiritual protection and initiation. Odin’s sacrifice when he hung from the tree to gain wisdom of the runes. |
Perthro (ᛈ) | Mystery, Fate, and Chance |
The Norns Freyr |
Perthro represents hidden forces, fate, and the unknown. It is often linked to secrets or the unfolding of mysteries. It may suggest a gamble or an unexpected outcome based on unseen factors. It also has links to Freyr in its aspects of fertility and magic. |
Algiz (ᛉ) | Protection, Shelter, Guardianship and Higher Power | Heimdall, protector of the gods and mankind. | Algiz is a protective rune, symbolizing defense and spiritual guardianship. It suggests a need for self-preservation or support from higher powers. It can also indicate an awakening to one’s purpose or path. |
Sowilo (ᛋ) | Sunna (Sól), goddess of the sun. | Sowilo represents the sun, victory, and invigoration. It signifies success, personal power, and positive energy. A very favorable rune indicating that clarity, strength, and good fortune are on the way. | |
Tiwaz (ᛏ) | Tyr, god of war, justice, and sacrifice. | Tiwaz represents the warrior's path, honor, and justice. Associated with the god Tyr, it symbolizes the willingness to fight for what is right, even at personal cost. It can also suggest a legal issue or need for strong moral action. | |
Berkano (ᛒ) | Frigg, goddess of motherhood and family; Freyja, goddess of fertility and love. | Berkano represents new beginnings, fertility, and nurturing. It is often tied to family, motherhood, or the growth of ideas and projects. It is a rune of healing and natural cycles of birth and rebirth. | |
Ehwaz (ᛖ) | Freyr, god of fertility and movement; Sleipnir, Odin’s magical horse. | Ehwaz represents partnership and trust, often symbolized by the horse, which embodies cooperation and harmony. It suggests smooth progress through collaboration or a journey with a trusted ally. | |
Mannaz (ᛗ) | Odin, god of wisdom, humanity, and leadership. | Mannaz signifies the self in relation to others and humanity as a whole. It represents the importance of community, cooperation, and understanding oneself within the context of the greater world. It may indicate personal growth or the need for mutual support. | |
Laguz (ᛚ) | Njord, god of the sea and sailors; Nerthus, goddess of fertility and water. | Laguz symbolizes water, intuition, and the unconscious. It represents emotional depth, fluidity, and the need to trust one's instincts. This rune advises going with the flow, following your intuition, and adapting to changes. | |
Ingwaz (ᛝ) | Freyr (also known as Ing in some traditions). | Ingwaz represents stored energy, potential, and internal growth. It is a rune of fertility, not only in the physical sense but also in the growth of ideas, personal development, and new beginnings. A sign of fruitful results after a period of preparation. | |
Dagaz (ᛞ) | Baldr, god of light and renewal. | Dagaz represents dawn, breakthrough, and transformation. It signifies a moment of clarity, realization, or the turning of a new chapter. This rune indicates positive change, optimism, and the arrival of new opportunities. | |
Othala (ᛟ) | Odin (as the leader of the clan and legacy), Freyja (as the goddess of inheritance). | Othala is connected to inheritance, legacy, and family ties. It represents the things we inherit from our ancestors—both material and spiritual. This rune suggests focusing on traditions, home, and values passed down through generations. |
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