The word "rune" means "whisper" or "secret", runes are thought by some to be a way of interacting with both the spirit and the living world. The runes should be drawn from either a box or leather pouch where they should normally be kept. After drawing the stones you should read it depending upon whether the rune is reversed or not as it will have a bearing upon its meaning and the reading.
Sowilo - The Solar wheel, Thunderbolt
Description:
The Sun Rune, denotes power and strength. That which you want may be attained. Sowilo also denotes mental clarity and added warmth to your relationships.
Reversed Description:
warns of the possibility of carelessness or recklessness leading to problems ill health, possible danger.
Keywords: Partnership, journey, power, transformation, understanding
Astrological Correspondence: The Sun
Tarot Correspondence: The Sun
Gods/Goddesses: Sol
Color: Gold
Tree: Juniper
Herb: Mistletoe
Stones: Ruby, Carnelian, Citrine, Golden Topaz, Cat's-Eye
Element: Fire
Animals: Cat, wolf, boar, horse, bear, groundhog, blue jay, camel, cock, salamander, bee, cheetah, lizard, peacock, robin, snake
Magic:
Increases your magical patterns
Develops your extrasensory talents
Moves toward enlightenment
Aids your patterns to come to realization
Thurisaz - Protection
Description:
Thurisaz embodies the polarity of life and death and the struggle to keep them in balance. Expect conflict, hardship and obstacles, but be assured that remaining focused and in touch with your inner strengths will see you through whatever comes your way. This Rune may also represent protection from your enemies, which is never a bad thing.
Reversed Description:
Thurisaz reversed often represents your inability to come to terms with repressed issues. It is a warning that if you do not purge past demons they may return to harm you. This Rune is also indicative of a time when you should not act on impulse.
Keywords: Protection, destruction, defense, polarity, action, regeneration
Astrological Correspondence: Libra
Tarot Correspondence: Emperor
Gods/Goddesses: Thor
Color: Bright Red
Tree: Oak
Herb: House TheSeerk
Stones: Agate
Element: Fire
Animals: Goat, ram, dragon, hound, cat, tiger, lion, leopard, porcupine, mosquito, Tasmanian devil, wasp, bear, elephant, mongoose, rhinoceros
Magic:
Protection from enemies and harm
Overcomes hostile situations
Love magic
Increases your will and helps you take action
Increases your awareness of both the uniqueness and commonality of all things
Projects energy and focuses power
Tiwaz - The Original Gods
Description:
Tiwaz is the Warrior Rune. It represents pure, masculine power and the ability to successfully fight to meet your goals. However, you must be careful that costs of attaining your goals overshadow their values.
Reversed Description:
You may be in a period of stagnation. Your goals may be unattainable or unrealistic at this time. Fortunately these times pass. Take stock of yourself and your goals. Do not fight battles you know you cannot win. Be patient.
Keywords: Justice, order, victory, support, self-sacrifice, faith, loyalty
Astrological Correspondence: Libra
Tarot Correspondence: Justice
Gods/Goddesses: Tyr
Color: Bright Red
Tree: Oak
Herb: Sage
Stones: Ruby, Garnet, Jasper, Bloodstone, Golden Topaz, Citrine
Animals: Wolf, falcon, hawk, hound, owl, bear
Element: Air
Magic:
Increases trust in the universe
Interpretation of what needs to be done
Successful completion of patterns
Increases spiritual energy
Teaches positive use of order
Uruz -Primal force behind creation
Description:
Uruz is the Rune of harmony, order and inner strength. Often it marks endings and beginnings of periods in our lives. Uruz also symbolizes your ability to tackle new challenges by confronting them with the powers that lie within you. Opportunities probably abound for you right now.
Reversed Description:
Uruz reversed may represent a time of discord in your life and a disassociation from your inner strengths. You may be in a rut—absent of goals or challenges. The power to change this lies within you. While opportunities may seem to be nonexistent, they are there and waiting for you to find them.
Keywords: Beginnings, Spirituality, Opportunity
Astrological Correspondence: Taurus
Tarot Correspondence: High Priestess
Gods/Goddesses: Vanir
Color: Dark Green
Tree: Birch
Herb: Sphagnum
Stones: Tiger's Eye
Element: Water
Animals: Ox, bison, bull, cow, horse, whale, dolphin, manatee, boar, sow, goat, ram, buffalo, bear, alligator, anaconda, baboon, sea eagle, gorilla, lion, hippopotamus, dinosaur
Magic:
Pulls energies together to form a magical pattern
Heals mental and physical ailments
Knowledge and perception of the self
Magical strength and power
Increases business opportunities
Accesses the power and energy that lies within the Earth
Combines energies to assist realization of your goals
Wunjo - Interaction
Description:
Wunjo denotes joy and shared bliss. It may also represent a job well done and the satisfaction one feels from completing such a task. Wunjo brings good fortune and harmony.
Reversed Description:
Wunjo reversed may represent a basic discord and failure in your life. Possibly good fortune is not looking down on you at this time. If so it must be remembered that Wunjo also represents change, which could mean your bad luck is soon to change.
Keywords: Joy, pleasure, hope, delight, kinship, fellowship, wonderment.
Astrological Correspondence: Leo
Tarot Correspondence: The Sun
Gods/Goddesses: Frey, Wodan, Uller
Color: Gold
Tree: Ash
Herb: Flax
Stones: Diamond, Golden Topaz, Amber
Element: Earth
Animals: Boar, wolf, raven, horse, stag, hound, lion, bluebird, dolphin, dove, hummingbird, elephant, kingfisher, cat, bee, spider
Magic:
Strengthens friendships
Increased sense of joy and contentment
Increased sense of purpose
Increases family bonds
Binds energy fields together