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Meanings of Runes |
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Sowilo
Alternate Names: Sugil,
Sol, Sigel, Sulu, Sil, Sulhil, Sigo
Ancient Meaning: 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 |
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Thurisaz
Alternate Names: Thuith, Thorn, Thur
Ancient Meaning: 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
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Tiwaz
Alternate Names: Tys, Tyr, Tir, Tiw, Ty
Ancient Meaning: 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 |
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Uruz
Alternate Names: Uraz, Uros, Ur
Ancient Meaning: The 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 |
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Wunjo
Alternate Names: Uuinne, Vend, Wynn,
Vin
Ancient Meaning: Interaction of those with the same heritage
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 |
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