Rune Meanings Part II [5-8]

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Subject: Rune Meanings Part II [5-8] Sat Apr 01 2006, 08:00

The runic alphabet which is a composite of the runic symbols most commonly used in northern Europe. The names of the runes of the Elder Futhark are speculative recreations of what linguists call "proto-Germanic", which stems from "proto-Indo-European".

There are many versions of the runic alphabets. Each has variations in names, shapes, esoteric meanings and magical uses. One should not mix futharks, or the intent or meaning becomes confused. The Elder Futhark, the Anglo-Saxon Futhorc, and the Younger (or Scandinavian) Futhark are the most frequently seen versions of the runic alphabets in use today. Here I will continue to talk about the next four runes in the system:

Raidho (R: Wagon or chariot) is the fifth rune in the Elder Furthark system. This rune normally indicates travel, both in physical terms and those of lifestyle direction. A journey, vacation, relocation, evolution, change of place or setting. Seeing a larger perspective. Seeing the right move for you to make and deciding upon it. Personal rhythm, world rhythm, dance of life. Raidho Reversed or Merkstave: Crisis, rigidity, stasis, injustice, irrationality. Disruption, dislocation, demotion, delusion, possibly a death.

Kenaz (K: Beacon or torch) is the sixth rune in the Elder Furthark system. This rune normally indicates vision, revelation, knowledge, creativity, inspiration, technical ability. Vital fire of life, harnessed power, fire of transformation and regeneration. Power to create your own reality, the power of light. Open to new strength, energy, and power now. Passion, sexual love. Kenaz Reversed or Merkstave: Disease, breakup, instability, lack of creativity. Nakedness, exposure, loss of illusion and false hope

Gebo (G: Gift) is the seventh rune in the Elder Furthark system. This rune normally indicates gifts, both in the sense of sacrifice and of generosity, indicating balance. All matters in relation to exchanges, including contracts, personal relationships and partnerships. Gebo Merkstave (Gebo cannot be reversed, but may lie in opposition): Greed, loneliness, dependence, over-sacrifice. Obligation, toll, privation, bribery.

Wunjo (W or V: Joy) is the eight rune in the Elder Furthark system. This rune normally indicates joy, comfort, pleasure. Fellowship, harmony, prosperity. Ecstasy, glory, spiritual reward, but also the possibility of going "over the top". If restrained, the meaning is general success and recognition of worth. Wunjo Reversed or Merkstave: Stultification, sorrow, strife, alienation. Delirium, intoxication, possession by higher forces, impractical enthusiasm. Raging frenzy, berzerker.

This completes the first aett in the Elder Futhark system of runes – the Freyr or the Freyia’ aett.

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Sorces for this essay was my Rune book and knowledge but if you'd like to take a further look at this you can visit this site: http://www.mystic-mouse.co.uk/Runes/RuneIndex.htm

Subject: Re: Rune Meanings Part II [5-8] Sat Apr 01 2006, 08:10

50 more points lily - job well done.

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