Runes symbols

Runes are a writing system of the ancient Germanic peoples, which refers to the runes used in Scandinavian and Anglo-Saxon cultures. These symbols were not only a means of communication, but also had spiritual and magical meanings. Below we present the most famous runes and their meanings.

Futhark Runes: Runes are known as part of the Elder Futhark alphabet, which consists of 24 runes. The runes are usually named after their first sound and are often associated with a mythological or natural element.

Runes symbols

1. Fehu (ᚠ)

Meaning: Goodness, wealth, abundance.
Keywords: Material goods, prosperity, success.

2. Uruz (ᚢ)

Meaning: Strength, vitality, instinct.
Keywords: Masculine energy, health, strength.

3. Thurisaz (ᚦ)

Meaning: Danger, protection, transformation.

Keywords: Challenges, hostile forces, defense.

4. Ansuz (ᚨ)

Meaning: Knowledge, communication, divine inspiration.

Keywords: Word, message, wisdom.

5. Raido (ᚱ)

Meaning: Travel, change, movement.

Keywords: Path, progress, discovery.

6. Kenaz (ᚲ)

Meaning: Fire, light, creativity.

Keywords: Inspiration, learning, knowledge.

7. Gebo (ᚷ)

Meaning: Gift, connection, balance.

Keywords: Exchange, partnerships, love.

8. Wunjo (ᚹ)

Meaning: Joy, happiness, success.

Keywords: Community, harmony, contentment.

9. Hagalaz (ᚺ)

Meaning: Confusion, change, ordeal.

Keywords: Renewal, transformation, struggle.

10. Nauthiz (ᚾ)

Meaning: Need, compulsion, trials.

Keywords: Challenges, self-discipline, survival.

11. Isa (ᛁ)

Meaning: Ice, stagnation, blockage.

Keywords: Fragility, slow development, stopping.

12. Jera (ᛃ)

Meaning: Year, cycle, abundance.

Keywords: Harvest, development, time.

13. Eihwaz (ᛇ)

Meaning: Protection, transition, spirituality.

Keywords: Life and death, transformation, transcendence.

14. Perthro (ᛈ)

Meaning: Secret, fate, luck.

Keywords: Change, secrets, risks.

15. Algiz (ᛉ)

Meaning: Protection, security, spirituality.

Keywords: Guarding, defense, spiritual development.

16. Sowilo (ᛋ)

Meaning: Sun, energy, victory.

Keywords: Positive energy, successes, light.

17. Tiwaz (ᛏ)

Meaning: Fight, truth, honesty.

Keywords: Courage, leadership, self-sacrifice.

18. Berkano (ᛒ)

Meaning: Rebirth, feminine energy, abundance.

Keywords: Family, growth, fertility.

19. Ehwaz (ᛖ)

Meaning: Movement, cooperation, partnership.

Keywords: Mutual support, travel.

20. Mannaz (ᛗ)

Meaning: Humanity, community, connection.

Keywords: Social connections, cooperation.

21. Laguz (ᛚ)

Meaning: Water, intuitive knowledge, emotions.

Keywords: Emotional flow, awareness, healing.

22. Ingwaz (ᛝ)

Meaning: Fertility, new beginnings, harmony.

Keywords: Abundance, balance, inner peace.

23. Dagaz (ᛞ)

Meaning: Sunlight, light, new beginning.

Keywords: Transformation, hope, new opportunities.

24. Othala (ᛟ)

Meaning: Heritage, homeland, security.
Keywords: Family ties, roots, homeland.

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Rune usage

Runes have traditionally been used for various purposes:

Writing: To record names, messages, memories.
Magic: Using the magical properties of details, making protective amulets.
Divination. Some combinations may have a different meaning than what they mean individually. That is why we leave this to someone who can interpret the signs.

Runes are not just writing symbols, but also symbols with deep meaning, which are used to express human experiences, emotions and spiritual journeys.

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