some of you dont know what a rune looks like here is the pic of it





hagalz and thurisaz together.. meaning


Hagalaz = disruption, but not necessarily the kind of disruption that's negative or bad. For me this rune speaks of radical change, a move away from what was. There might be pain involved since change does have this element to it, but change is part of life.

Thurisaz is the gateway rune - the gateway to what is to come. It also speaks of change as well as of moving forward.





This is the rune of strength, good health and sometimes advancement in career. It may also represent the male (one with strong emotions) in a relationship. Drawing this rune is a good indicator that your wish or dream will come to pass
URUZ indicates a time of great energy and health for you. It is also a rune of sudden or unexpected changes (usually for the better
Drawing URUZ suggests improvement in your business or finances ( especially when paired with business or finance runes) will happen, but only through hard work. There will be new challenges and responsibilities along with the strength to take them on. URUZ brings the message of good fortune, exciting events and success
EIHWAZ it can show that lack of motivation will lead you to pass by a change for the better


OTHILA - Inheritance, Usually from Separation
We inherit by our birthright. When a life's cycle ends, the next of the lineage inherits the wealth and responsibility. Sometimes a retreat is necessary from the severity of the loss. Meditation is to take the retreat to find the true meanings of what actions are to be taken since the influences of the past are now gone. New ideas may be introduced and tried with the acquiring of the new items.
A Sense of Belongingness; Property, Land, a Hermitage.Inheritance, Home, Permenance, Legacy, Synthesis, amily values and connection to your cultural or Ethnic origins. In Relationships it stresses Domesticity, Property, In-Laws, Social Life.; but look out for complacency. Look to your past for answers to who and what you are. It may be time to retreat somewhat into the past. Find your centering and grounding by what you find.
Used for land, property or family ties,.Bring wisdom, draw on ancestral power. for Centering & self acceptance, Genetic disorders; and cauterize wounds..





Phonetic value=M
Traditional Meaning: Mankind
Ideograph: Gebo connecting (a marriage) the two poles of human potential.
Good/evil, heaven/hell, etc. Also, Two Wunjo runes.

Mannaz is the rune of humanity, and characterizes those things that make
us, as humans, uniquely different from other earthly creatures. It is
mankind both as a whole and as separate individuals. It shows our view of
the environment in which we live. Mannaz holds the secret and power of the
human mind. It is our rationality, will power, intellect, memory,
imagination, emotion, and ability to influence our lives with the natural
forces provided. In Tarot this would be linked with The Magician card. On
higher levels Mannaz is the divine presence within every individual. Our
human spirit so to speak.
With Mannaz comes the idea of the three fold social division of Norse
culture-the provider, the warrior, and the king/priest. These social
functions reflect the divine structure of order, as humanity is a
small-scale version of divinity. It is important to consider the fact that
the Norse saw themselves as direct descendants of their gods. If you'll
note the shape of this rune you will see it contains two Wunjo runes stuck
together, one reflected. This shows the degree of white and black potential
within mankind and each individual as well as all the shades of grey between
them. It encompasses all that is good and bad within humanity.
In readings Mannaz represents you and displays your place within a group.
As seen in the principal of Wunjo the Norse understood that the success of a
clan/tribe depended on each individual. Responsibility for success as well
as failure is as much up to you as any other member. This is a very neutral
rune that is very personal to each person. It can mean good use of your
human ability to surpass obstacles, or just the opposite. Clues come the
runes surrounding it. As the saying goes, "know thyself."
Reversed/Negative Traits: When using reversals I see Mannaz reversed as
different from standard. The potential for good and bad is already in all
the runes, but especially in Mannaz because it deals with humanity which has
a LOT of both traits. To me its reversal shows a reflection of Mannaz.
Instead of being how you affect your surrounding it relates to how your
surroundings are affecting you. Again, look to the other runes to better
understand what that may be.
Magical Uses: Use Mannaz for enhancement of intellect or any of the things
that are unique to human nature. It can also be used to direct magic toward
a specific person.



Laguz: (LAH-guuz )
Alternate Names: Lagus, Lagu, Logr
Phonetic value=Ng
Traditional Meaning: Lake
Ideograph: A broken reed or wave.

Laguz is another very complex rune. It means lake, but some of its other
names mean simply a body of water in any form. Through water we are born,
and through water we return to the well of life. Because of this water was
used as an initiation into life. The pre-Christian rite vatni ausa (ritual
of sprinkling with water) was like an early form of Norse baptism. The
newborn child would be sprinkled with water and given its name. This
entered the child into the life force of his/her clan. This is a feature of
the Norse doctrine of aptrburdhr (rebirth). The Norse saw water as an
initiation to the next life as well. This is illustrated in Odin's role as
ferryman of souls through the crossing of primeval waters to the realm of
the dead. This is where the symbology of Viking ship burials originated
from.
Laguz relates to the tidal forces of life and bio rhythms. It can
represent anything which goes through the patterns of ebb and flow/wax and
wane. This is a primarily feminine mystery. I relate this rune with the
cycles of menstruation, sometimes referring to it as the "rune of mood
swings." This is not necessarily menstrual mood swings, but possibly (in
it's negative aspects) an unstable person male or female. Because tides are
directly influenced by the Moon Laguz is also. It is the rune of intuition
and psychic phenomenon. In positive it relates to the Tarots Priestess, and
in negative to The Moon card. When working with this rune the phrase "still
waters run deep" comes to mind.
In Norse mythology this rune corresponds with the Aegir and Ran. The God
and Goddess of the ocean. They are seen much like the ocean, either very
beneficial or cruel and destructive. In his positive aspect Aegir is famed
for his hospitality and is brewer of the Gods, suggested by the foam of
crashing waves. In his negative anger he is the storm of the sea. Ships
who have sunk were said by Norse poets to have entered "Aegir's wide jaws."
Ran is said to lure ships to rocks. After they wreck she catches the
drowned sailors in her net, dragging them to her underwater home.
In a reading Laguz harbours the attributes of water and the moon.
Changeability, love, compassion, intuition, life force, passage, and smooth
emotional flow. It is the depths of our unconscious mind and the secrets
that are held there, safe from view even by our own conscious minds. Laguz
is the land of dreams, the power of prophecy, and the mysterious woman. It
is a great place to explore for those looking for inner knowledge of their
deepest rooted feelings and self... however what you find there could be
very damaging as seen by this runes negative side.
Reversed/Negative Traits: To any who have felt the force of undertow it is
known that water is also a very formidable and potentially harmful thing in
nature. Laguz reversed or in a negative position represents the destructive
associations of water. Being over emotional, weepy, depressed, etc. It's
range goes from forceful pushing waves to all out flood and can deal with
very bad psychological problems. Laguz reversed is the chaos of the
internal raging sea, repressed memory, mental or emotional disorders,
coldness, and unpredictability. This could be from within you or something
around you. It also deals with the negative lunar qualities such as
illusion, primal fear, lunacy, and things hidden. This is the monster
lurking beneath the calm and placid looking surface, but remember these
monsters are often illusions of our own mind/making, be they in us or in
people around us. However, this doesn't make them any less real if we
believe in their power. They will continue to drain us of energy and life
force, and keep us locked in the closet for as long as we let them. Stand
up to these monsters, face them bravely, and they will show you what they
really are... if all else fails, seek therapy.
Magical Use: Laguz is a rune to use with care in magic. It can be used
for love, but be careful not to manipulate emotions as this will most often
turn out bad... a wave once in motion cannot be stopped. Laguz reversed can
draw the power of untamed chaos and stir up some pretty bad trouble. Use
it's positive side to awaken psychic ability, calm yourself, confront fears,
and help overcome disorder of the mind and emotions.



Inguz: (ENG-guuz)
Alternate Names: Ing, Yngvi, Iggws
Phonetic value=Ng
Traditional Meaning: The God Ing (Frey)
Ideograph: A seed.

Inguz is the male counter part of Berkana. It represents male sexuality,
fertility, and potency. Where as Berkana deals with renewal, Inguz is the
time of gestation where potential energy is built up until its time to be
released. It is seen as a frozen seed. This seed is potential growth in a
state of stillness (Isa) who must first thaw before realizing its
possibilities. Once it does the ice turns to water (Laguz) and when paired
with Berkana's fertile earth growth may occur. This is a time when things
seem to be in stagnation, but they are really waiting for the right time to
break through. This is the planning stage, where the seeds must be laid out
if they are to grow into future benefit. In humanity this is comparable to
the build up to sexual climax, or growth within the womb. Emotionally this
is the time referred to as "dark night of the soul."
The Norse hero Ing is the mythological representation of this rune. He was
often considered to be the God Frey in guise. This demonstrates the male as
a protective and fatherly figure, as well as Frey's sexual/fertile function.
Ing is believed by some to be the true name of Frey as the name Frey is
really a title meaning "lord." Thus dubbing him Frey Ing (Lord Ing). Some
runic verses refer to Ing's Wain, possibly meaning the practice of carrying
the God's image around fields in order to ensure seed growth in the
following year. It symbolizes an act of peace, prosperity, and calls the
blessing of the God himself.
In readings Inguz represents that which is yet to be born. It is our hopes
and aspirations akin to The Star card of Tarot. Inguz is gestation,
development, conception, and expectations. The
beginning of beginnings. Conclusion of something old and the start of
something new is often implied here. It also relates to the Tarot Emperor's
guardian function. The father figure, in contrast with Tyr's ruler
ship/king role.
Reversed/Negative Traits: Inguz reversed or in negative positioning is
impotence of mind, body, or spirit. It's the lack of a loving father
figure. Perhaps not the lack entirely. It could mean an overly stern and
unproductive influence from that source. It could represent a time during
which plans and goals you wish to set into action could have a hard time
breaking through the ground work.
Magical Use: Use inguz in magick to help things gestate or raise energy
for your cause. This could be the seed of a creative idea or a new phase of
your life.

Rune Chart For Diagnostic Healing:

1. Fehu
Body Part: Bones and teeth.
Associated Maladies: Calcium spurs or buildup, serious overweight.
Action: Over-richness, over-fattiness, calcification, building up of matter.
Solution: Add fat, minerals, extra nutrients - make things richer.

2. Uruz
Body Part: Muscular system - all voluntary muscles
Associated Maladies: Lack of flexibility through overmuscling
Action: Strong, vital, healthy.
Solution: Exercise, power foods such as high-protein and high-carb diet.

3. Thorn
Body Part: Nervous system, all over the body.
Associated Maladies: Nervous tension, irritability, oversensitization, degenerative nervous disorders
Action: Irritated
Solution: Removal of a foreign object

4. Aesc
Body Part: Breath and respiratory system - lungs, throat, larynx.
Associated Maladies: Congestion, asthma, pneumonia, bronchitis.
Action: Moving quickly, perhaps too speedy
Solution: Quicken, increase metabolism, increase oxygen

5. Raido
Body Part: The circulatory system, all those running paths, the roads of the body.
Associated Maladies: Blocked veins or arteries, varicose veins, arteriosclerosis, blood pressure.
Action: Running well.
Solution: Clear blockages of the system. Exercise, movement, getting circulation going.

6. Ken
Body Part: Hypothalamus
Associated Maladies: Infection, fever.
Action: Overheated, fevered, burning.
Solution: Sweat to remove toxins.

7. Gyfu
Body Part: Heart - the great crossroads of the body, of the circulatory system.
Associated Maladies: Heart disease.
Action: Doing well.
Solution: Rest, relaxation, giving one's health more attention and nurturing.

8. Wyn
Body Part: Eyes, vision, pineal gland.
Associated Maladies: Blindness and vision problems. SAD. Sleep cycle disturbances. Vitamin D deficiencies.
Action: Shining brightly.
Solution: More sunlight, or more regular daylight hours, or light treatment.

9. Haegl
Body Part: Brain chemistry. The "weather" of the brain.
Associated Maladies: Mental illness due to bad chemistry, possibly affecting physical responses as well. Tumors.
Action: Chaotic, troubled.
Solution: Batter problem with radical and harsh solutions - it's the only chance.

10. Nyth
Body Part: Stomach. The place that burns that which you need.
Associated Maladies: Malnutrition. Eating disorders.
Action: Crossed or stopped by a lack of something needful.
Solution: More nutritious diet, making sure to get necessary nutrients.

11. Isa
Body Part: Joints - which can slip freely like slippery ice, or freeze up.
Associated Maladies: Osteoarthritis. Paralysis.
Action: Blocked, stopped, stuck
Solution: Stop, block, prevent movement or action.

12. Jera
Body Part: The liver, the Well of Plenty, the place where nutrients are broken down and "harvested".
Associated Maladies: Liver disease. Cirrhosis. Substance abuse. Toxicity - a polluted well.
Action: Working hard, but still healthy.
Solution: Long, hard, slow work to get better. Good nourishment.

13. Eihwaz
Body Part: Skin, your body's first line of defense.
Associated Maladies: Skin diseases, skin infections, oversensitivity, rashes.
Action: Overdefending.
Solution: Help build up the body's defenses.

14. Peorth
Body Part: Neurological functions of the brain; synapses.
Associated Maladies: Seizures, tics, epilepsy, stroke, synapse interference.
Action: Being random, working intermittently
Solution: Hope for good luck; solution is out of your control.

15. Algiz
Body Part: Head, face, skull.
Associated Maladies: Tension headaches. Migraine. Sinus problems.
Action: Being overprotective or oversensitive.
Solution: Toughening, building up a resistance.

16. Sigil
Body Part: Adrenal glands.
Associated Maladies: Over or underactive adrenals, which can lower immune system.
Action: Fighting and winning.
Solution: Exercise. Possibly harsh allopathic medicine is needed.

17. Tyr
Body Part: Immune system and thymus gland.
Associated Maladies: Diseases of the immune system. Lowered immunities. Allergies.
Action: Attacking.
Solution: Do everything you can to support the immune system.

18. Beorc
Body Part: Breasts, uterus, vagina, female genitals.
Associated Maladies: Breast cysts or cancer, uterine problems, irregular bleeding, vaginitis, yeast infections, infertility. In men, problems due to failure to nurture one's self.
Action: Growth
Solution: Nurturing, nourishment, feeding. Eat as healthily as possible; do not restrict food intake. The problem needs to be babied along.

19. Ehwaz
Body Part: Arms and legs.
Associated Maladies: Overwork, overtired, working one's self too much like a tired draft horse.
Action: Moving sturdily.
Solution: Keep it moving, but slowly and gently.

20. Mannaz
Body Part: Gonads. Hormone production. Puberty.
Associated Maladies: Hormone imbalances. Intersex conditions. Menopause.
Action: Affecting many other organs or body parts.
Solution: Hormone therapy of some sort.

21. Laguz
Body Part: Kidneys and bladder.
Associated Maladies: UTI. Kidney disease.
Action: Water retention, edema, fluid swelling.
Solution: Drying things out - diuretics. Lancing infections with fluid buildup.

22. Ing
Body Part: Male genitals.
Associated Maladies: Male infertility. Erectile dysfunction. In a woman, lack of libido.
Action: Wearing itself out to compensate for the failures of other parts.
Solution: Sacrifice. The part must go.

23. Dagaz
Body Part: Cognitive functions of the brain.
Associated Maladies: Learning disorders, mental retardation, fogginess, inattention.
Action: Warming.
Solution: Warmth. Starting over.

24. Othila
Body Part: Blood, including genetics and DNA.
Associated Maladies: Blood diseases, genetic disorders.
Action: Genetically screwed up.
Solution: If the situation is genetic, treat symptoms as best you can, and study family tree for other possible problems.

25. Ac
Body Part: Spine
Associated Maladies: Spinal deformation, broken bones, slipped disc.
Action: Strong, enduring, unyielding.
Solution: Strengthen, add stamina.

26. Ear
Body part: Colon/anus.
Associated Maladies: Colitis, colon disease, hemorrhoids. General old age. Gangrene.
Action: Degradation and wear-and-tear of old age. Rotting down.
Solution: There is no solution. You cannot save this. It is dying. There is nothing you can do.

27. Ior
Body Part: Small intestines.
Associated Maladies: Gastro-intestinal disorders. Ileitis.
Action: Limited, for good or ill.
Solution: Limit, cut back, set bones, restrict movement for proper healing.

28. Os
Body Part: Ear-nose-throat system, hearing. Also thyroid gland.
Associated Maladies: Ear infections, deafness, sore throat, runny nose, colds, thyroiditis.
Action: Performing well.
Solution: Remove phlegm and other debris from the system; general cleaning.

29. Yr
Body Part: Reflexes. Hands and fingers.
Associated Maladies: Slowed reflexes, carpal tunnel, tendonitis, clumsiness.
Action: Extremely overstressed, a central problem.
Solution: Focus on the problem, don't ignore it.

30. Cweorth
Body Part: Spleen.
Associated Maladies: Infection. Inflammation. Toxin buildup.
Action: Burning, hot, fevered.
Solution: Purification, purification, purification! Detoxification with herbs and vitamins.

31. Chalc
Body Part: Pancreas. Blood sugar.
Associated Maladies: Diabetes. Hypoglycemia. Unexplained weight loss. Weight gain due to famine response or damage from dieting.
Action: Trying hard, but outcome is unclear.
Solution: Get outside aid, perhaps a specialist.

32. Stan
Body Part: Pituitary
Associated Maladies: General disorder of multiple glands.
Action: Controlling or affecting other parts.
Solution: Gain some kind of control over secretions.

33. Gar
Body Part: Hame, astral body
Associated Maladies: Any illness due to psychic problems. Lack of vital energy. Spirit attack. Shaman sickness.
Action: Being affected psychically or astrally. I feel like this ought to signify divine or spirit tinkering.
Solution: Prayer.





The first bind consists of Mannaz & Kenaz; combined together they create human inspiration, these staves are indeed of the Origin, for without them, I do not believe that I would have arrived at these, or any, of my current conclusions in my runic studies! It is within my thoughts that this may in fact represent the dormancy of Niflhem by symbolizing all that which resists us in our seeking. For without the concept of animating, enlivening, or exhalting, what is there?


Next to bind are the staves of Eihwaz, Tiwaz, Ehwaz, and Ingwaz; combined together they then are able to create potential energies which are awaiting release, yet one must look within to find the direction with which to bring these energies under one's guidance and transform them with a sudden release of focused power. This then, would represent Muspellheim, in its full state of vital and active energies just awaiting a true seeker to create from the inspiration of Niflheim.


Third to be bound together are the staves of Thurisaz, Hagalaz, Elhaz (Algiz), and Dagaz; for these then create an active defense with which to decend towards one's own de-evolution and thus gain the protection and self-less instruction of one's Fylgia which shall in turn begin to awaken an awareness of all levels of consciousness. Symbolizing Svartalfheim, the realm which holds not only our ancestral memories, but also enables our creative emotional influences to be reached and thus put into use for our own benefit.


Fourth on this remarkable spiritual journey are the bound staves of Wunjo and Berkano; with which to grant harmony among all folk and bring forth to fruition new ideas, such as these I am currently in process of presenting to you. Represented by Ljossalfheim, the Realm of Thought, which brings forth the capable mental influences enabling us to decipher the facts from real events and to then deal with them in a practical style.


The fifth Stave from Boltorn's son is the combination of Pertho and Raidho; which then opens one up to the realization of the divine order of Orlog so that one may now journey runically to the heights of previously unattainable levels. Contrary to popular thought, the realm of Helheim is not entirely dank and dark, for it does, in fact, represent our hidden fears and suppressed desires, which thus gives it this horrendous air and sense of doom.


Which then leads to the sixth bind-rune fashioned by the staves of Gebo and Sowilo; which actually enables one to balance the internally antaganistic forces, such as those just mentioned, and so adapt to the needs of the Higher Self over those of the base self, this then enables us to create an individualization of Being. Considered to be issues that often confuse us, this symbolizes the realm of Jotunheim, where the only true crisis is that which we create for ourselves.


Seventh of the nine is the culmination of Isa and Othala; to focus and then to concentrate upon one's own ancestral rights so that one may thereby claim what is rightfully due. Vanaheim may be symbolized as the realm of true well-being and grants unto us, as seekers, the ultimate balancing influences through not only a sense of internal calm, but grants these benefits through the knowledge of who we actually are capable of becoming.


Which leads to the eighth combination, that of Ansuz, Laguz, and Uruz; the magical formation which is the inspiration of ALU, the one bind which is a given here. It is that of the words "I AM", created by placing all three one atop another. Representing AsgardR with its higher influences of Orlog and weird which should be considered as the almost unattainable. This, then is, in my opinion, the climax of the bindings given, for the next is…

The first bind consists of Mannaz & Kenaz; combined together they create human inspiration, these staves are indeed of the Origin, for without them, I do not believe that I would have arrived at these, or any, of my current conclusions in my runic studies! It is within my thoughts that this may in fact represent the dormancy of Niflhem by symbolizing all that which resists us in our seeking. For without the concept of animating, enlivening, or exhalting, what is there?


Next to bind are the staves of Eihwaz, Tiwaz, Ehwaz, and Ingwaz; combined together they then are able to create potential energies which are awaiting release, yet one must look within to find the direction with which to bring these energies under one's guidance and transform them with a sudden release of focused power. This then, would represent Muspellheim, in its full state of vital and active energies just awaiting a true seeker to create from the inspiration of Niflheim.


Third to be bound together are the staves of Thurisaz, Hagalaz, Elhaz (Algiz), and Dagaz; for these then create an active defense with which to decend towards one's own de-evolution and thus gain the protection and self-less instruction of one's Fylgia which shall in turn begin to awaken an awareness of all levels of consciousness. Symbolizing Svartalfheim, the realm which holds not only our ancestral memories, but also enables our creative emotional influences to be reached and thus put into use for our own benefit.


Fourth on this remarkable spiritual journey are the bound staves of Wunjo and Berkano; with which to grant harmony among all folk and bring forth to fruition new ideas, such as these I am currently in process of presenting to you. Represented by Ljossalfheim, the Realm of Thought, which brings forth the capable mental influences enabling us to decipher the facts from real events and to then deal with them in a practical style.


The fifth Stave from Boltorn's son is the combination of Pertho and Raidho; which then opens one up to the realization of the divine order of Orlog so that one may now journey runically to the heights of previously unattainable levels. Contrary to popular thought, the realm of Helheim is not entirely dank and dark, for it does, in fact, represent our hidden fears and suppressed desires, which thus gives it this horrendous air and sense of doom.


Which then leads to the sixth bind-rune fashioned by the staves of Gebo and Sowilo; which actually enables one to balance the internally antaganistic forces, such as those just mentioned, and so adapt to the needs of the Higher Self over those of the base self, this then enables us to create an individualization of Being. Considered to be issues that often confuse us, this symbolizes the realm of Jotunheim, where the only true crisis is that which we create for ourselves.


Seventh of the nine is the culmination of Isa and Othala; to focus and then to concentrate upon one's own ancestral rights so that one may thereby claim what is rightfully due. Vanaheim may be symbolized as the realm of true well-being and grants unto us, as seekers, the ultimate balancing influences through not only a sense of internal calm, but grants these benefits through the knowledge of who we actually are capable of becoming.


Which leads to the eighth combination, that of Ansuz, Laguz, and Uruz; the magical formation which is the inspiration of ALU, the one bind which is a given here. It is that of the words "I AM", created by placing all three one atop another. Representing AsgardR with its higher influences of Orlog and weird which should be considered as the almost unattainable. This, then is, in my opinion, the climax of the bindings given, for the next is…


The realm of MidgardR which is symbolizing our ego, for it is our personal outcome in life which distinguishes us from all others and is the final Stave gifted, which is created from the three remaining runes with no apparent phonic mates, those of Fehu, Nauthiz and Jera; which, when bound together they do indeed create the understanding of true necessity through monetary wealth, which then brings about the realization of the natural cycles of life.

The only conclusion which I have come to regarding this bit of subjective information, if any at all, is that the final Bind-rune thus leads in turn right back to the first stave, completing this evolutionary circle, and thus brings forth a recognization of the fact that one's spiritual growth is a necessary course to persue in order to attain success.
Of the etin's lore, and of all godheads,
sooth, and but sooth, I say,
for I have seen all the worlds 'neath the welkin.
Niflhel beneath nine worlds I saw,
to which the dead are doomed.
The Lay of Vafthrúthnir



The second stanza to have caught my eye from the Songs of the High One, and to have bothered my brain so, makes mention of what would seem to be five distinctly seperate groupings of rune staves, that of Stanza #143 from the Poetic Edda *depending upon the translation.
Odhinn among Aesir, for alfs Dain,
Dvalin among the dwarfen folk
Alsvid for the hateful giants,
and some I wrought myself:
Thund, before man was made, scratched them,
Who rose first, fell thereafter.

Now realize, I was unable to figure what exactly went where, or even if I was on the proper course concerning this matter. I was getting so flustered over this that my wife screamed, well actually it was me screaming, she would just roll her eyes and tell me to stop acting like…
Anyway, I just let it lay to collect dust in File 13. That is, until serious mention of Blum and his so-called botched job of putting together the staves of the Eldar Futhark resurfaced yet again, bringing to memory his five rows of five staves each, along with that pesky Blank rune of his. Then it hit me, and hard…
Could it be? Had I found what I was looking for? Ralph Blum does indeed give five individual rows in his Book of Runes and states that they should be read from right to left, the most common style, which would place the first rune of the first row at Mannaz, the stave of man. Second row, first rune is Pertho, the stave of spiritual mysteries, perhaps implying the Aesir. Third row, the stave which could easily symbolize dwarven motivations, Fehu. Fourth, Berkano is surely full of elven delight. Last would be Thurisaz, the stave of giants, for is that not one of its vast meanings? WOO-WHO!!! Think I found something here which no one else seems, or cares, to notice, mayhaps not even Blum himself.
Let me expand upon this concept a bit, if you will.
Although not in the exact order given in the Havamal, the staves of each row do signify a progression of the spirit, the one leading to the next and so on, etc. Yet each row is a unique system, sustained within itself. Therefore let's begin, where else of course, but with examining the first row of Blum's Order.
By starting off with Mannaz, the stave to symbolize the human being, Blum approaches the subject where he believes his readers to be, at the spiritual point of wanting to evolve into a truly personalized, individual aspect of the Pefected Being. Without adding my personal views concerning this stave, Blum states, "Strive to live the ordinary life in a nonordinary way." This is what we all seek to do in our own evolved/involved way, yet often fail, due to a lack of understanding. We must always remember that once we are content with ourself, only then can we find the peace of others intoxicating to be around, which is signified by Gebo. This stave of mystical partnerships symbolizes the Rule of Compensation which states that for every action there is an equal and opposite re-action. To truly understand this concept we must give as well as recieve. Therefore we should be aware of the subtle signs and signals of Ansuz, the rune of communication, for without words where would our knowledge of our past ancestors come from, thus leading to Othala, which signifies that it is time to sever the past actions of what we once were and seek for the inner strength of Uruz to become who and what we truly are, a part of the Creative Life Force coming into Being. This then, is the final stave of the Row of Mankind. This can be considered as the Elemental Plane of Human Consciousness, wherein the seeker begins to realize, learn, and then overcome the limitations of the body, intellect and emotions in order to attain the levels of the Perfected Human, a Master of one's Self.
Next, we shall touch upon the second row, the Row of The Aesir, that of Orlog, for it begins with the rune-stave of Pertho. This rune of hamR or inherant luck, mystery and meditation signifies changes due to a birth, not a death, for it is an initiatory renewal of the Spirit which we feel through this stave. Pertho enables us to become aware of our Orlog, while Nauthiz allows us the chance to write around the Orlog produced by cause and effect by using the forces of resistance to change the flow of direction. This then, creates a doorway of opportunities signified by Ingwaz, which can be seen as an indication of harmony and the resolution of issues as new ones approach. Yet that pesky obstacle hindering us from arriving at a resolution, may in fact be the stave Eihwaz. As Blum states, "The ability to foresee consequences before you act is a mark of the profound person." Now I don't know what he's implying here, but realize that no obstacle is really as big as we think it is, remember, transitions happen. That's why a control of the emotions is called for through the use of Algiz. This stave of divine communications is a bridge to higher realms for it allows us to strengthen our Hamingja, or spiritual appearence of luck, for the progress sure to come, and thus brings to a close the second row of Blum's order. This then is the Plane of Deity Consciousness, often glimpsed only by intuitive insight, where we now begin to focus on mastership of Life in MidgardR, after we have achieved the near-to-perfect state of Being that is mentioned in the first Row.
Blum begins the Row of Dwarves, the third row, with Fehu, bringing its highly symbolic meanings of transportable wealth and rewards to our attention, promising sacred nourishment from the Divine, yet all the while imploring us to conserve and wisely use what we already possess in order to attain a blissful sort of existance found in Wunjo. It is through the joyous light of this second stave that benificial outcomes can then be seen in the stave of Jera. But, we are warned, we must proceed with patient and deliberate caution least we damage what has not yet come to fruition. A new sense of clarity is called for through the rune Kenaz, so that we may come to recognize through this nurtured sense of total awareness what is then actually happening around, and through, us and thus leading us directly towards our Spiritual Warrior in Tiwaz. It is here, within the final stave of this Row, that we may now reflect, strengthen and align ourselves once again with the Self. This Plane of Elemental Mineral Consciousness holds the Key to the Law of Attraction and Repulsion. It is here, with the use of archetypal imagery, that we may access and work upon, as well as through, major life-changing transformations which would otherwise be unattainable to us.
The fourth row, the Row of Elves, begins with the stave Berkano, which is oft times associated with fertility rites and the symbolic blossoming and ripening of the birch tree. It is concerned with the gentle, diligent, penetrating and pervasive flow of energies into new forms and beings. It is this movement which leads to the next stave, Ehwaz, that of physical transitions and shifs, illuminating all with its light of progression which leads to the sacred marriage, that of self to Self. Laguz symbolizes this significant merging point in our spiritual path by enabling us to attune with our own personal forces. It is a time of checking values, to go within and wash away the old self in order to create a void for the new transforming Self. It is this cleansing which oft time brings about a conflicting nature represented by Hagalaz, the rune of elemental disruption. Signifying, in turn, that it is time to break free of the physical confines so as to experience the spiritual freedom brought about by our insistant questing for the harmony of attunement as our inner worth mounts, thus leading us to Raidho. Blum states here that, "Once you are clear, you can now neutralize your refusal to let right action flow through you." In other words, we should reroute opportunities so as to take action and control the situation at hand, and thus implement the natural law of cosmic order to help bend unfavorable orlog, or wyrd. This brings to a close the Elemental Plane of Plant Consciousness which is highly evident by the dynamic actvity of conscious intellegence found in the form of adaptability to various physical conditions by the actions and reactions of plant cells through-out MidgardR.
Bringing us next to the Row of Giants, Blum starts of with Thurisaz, the stave of non-action residing on the borderline of consciousness. It is here that we are confronted with who we actually are, not who others think we are. To break from this entropy, Dagaz is next presented for an awakening transformation, should we so choose to realign and be empty, enabling us to move more easily in the desired direction, yet, we must truly realize the value of action. Thus enters Isa, a period of patient gestation. A time to go within to reflect and seek out what it is that holds us back from the warmth of Sowilo. For this stave of wholeness is a rune of great power as it indicates that we are indeed upon the right path towards becoming who and what we truly are, a Master of the Creative Life Force awaiting the Unknown, Blum's final stave. Meant to signify our deepest fears and come to grips with them, this highly controversial "rune" relates well to an elemental aspect of gigantic proportions. This then, is the Elemental Plane of Animal Consciousness which can be signified by the fact that each creature is endowed with a certain degree of consciousness and intellegence so as to enable the survival in the course of its own evolution by the adaption to its personal environment, or perish… simply put, it is survival of the fittest.
By using the groupings of five-by-five Ralph H. Blum has taken a personal leap of faith by using the ceative powers of the unknown to reinterprete the ordering power of the human consiousness. Each rune which he starts a row with does indeed correspond in some way to a proven level of consiousness, and without too much reaching I might add.
By reviewing each stave in an individual row we can see how it correlates to the others within the same row, and the impact each row has in regards to the individual spiritual progression of the fundemental dynamics of occult lore. It is easy to see with eyes, but to see with the mind goes beyound that small, hypnotic step for the self insisting us to take that giant leap for the enlightenment of Human Beings.
In closing, I would like to state that while I was in the beginning opposed to Blum's insistance of a blank rune, which I personally find to be redundant in the highly unorthadoxed order of his kristjanized version of the Eldar Futhark, I was never actually Bashing him, I just simply fell into the sway of the opinions of others, thus failing to heed my own sound advice…
"…as with all sources don't just swallow it whole
with-out checking it for the bones of validity."

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HAGALAZ
Hail, natural forces
Letter: H
Hagal's Eight 1 of 8


DISRUPTIVE forces
(Hagalaz, Fundamental)
Serious changes in things around you




Fehu Rune

Astrology Sign : Taurus.

Colour : Red.

Tarot Card : The Tower.

Gender : Female.

Animals : Cat, Swallow.

Tree : Elder and Nettle.

Fehu means possessions.

This Rune calls on us to protect ourselves and our possessions.

This Rune also connects strongley to the God Freyr.

Fehu may also indicate a pregnancy.

Reverse : Loss.



Uruz Rune

Planet : Pluto.

Tarot : High Priestess.

Colour : Green.

Gender : Male.

Animal : Ox.

The Uruz Rune concerns strength.

Also indicates opportunities.

You must harness your energy in the best way.

May also indicate job promotion.

Reverse : You may miss a opportunity.



Thurisaz Rune

Planet : Jupiter.
Colour : Red.

Tarot : Emperor.

Gender : Male.

Anilmal : Snake.

Tree : Blackthorn.

The Thurisaz Rune is connected to the God Thor.

This rune may indicate aggression in resolving a problem or standing your ground.

Now is not the time to make hasty decisions.

Be carefull in business dealings.

Reverse : Tensions are high



Ansuz Rune

Planet : Mercury.
Colour : Dark Blue.

TAROT : Death.

Gender : Male.

Tree : Ashh.

Animal : Wolf and Raven.

The Ansuz Rune has connections to Odin.

It is sometimes called the God Rune.

This rune is associated with learning.

May indicate a wise person who offers advice.

Reverse : May indicate problems with study



Raitho Rune

Astrology Sign : Gemini.
Colour : Red.

Tarot : Hierophant.

Gender : Male.

Animal : Goat.

Tree : Oak.

The Raitho Rune represents journey`s both inwardly and outwardly.

Courage will be needed.

This Rune concerns anything that goes in two.

Reverse : Things will not go according to plan



Kaunaz Rune

Astrology Sign : Aries.
Colour : Red.

Tarot : Chariot.

Gender : Female.

Animal : Nightowl.

Tree : Pine.

The God connected to the Kaunaz Rune is Heimdall.

This Rune concerns female influence.

It may also indicate sexuality.

A new love arrives that lights a bonfire in your heart.

Success is indicated by this Rune.

Reverse : Loss of friendship



Gebo Rune

Astrology Sign : Libra.

Colour : Blue.

Tarot : Lovers

Gender : Male/Female.

Animal : Oxen.

Tree : Elm.

Gebo is a Rune for love.

You will be called upon to help someone.

May indicate charity work.

May also show a new love on the horizon.



Wunjo Rune

Planet : Venus.

Colour : Yellow.

Tarot : Strength.

Gender : Male.

Tree : Ash.

The Wunjo Rune is connected with the God Frigg.

This Rune indicates good fortune and happiness.

In the end harmony will prevail.

Indicates successful new business partnership.

Reverse : Partners should not be trusted in business or relationships.



Hagalaz Rune

Planet : Uranus.

Colour : Blue

Tarot : World.

Gender : Female.

Tree : Hawthorn.

The God Heimdall is connected with this Rune.

This Rune indicates disruption.

This is a time to learn from these difficulties.



Nauthiz Rune

Planet : Saturn.

Colour : Black.

Tarot : Devil.

Gender : Female.

Tree : Ash.

This Rune is about thinking before acting.

Wait before making any decisions.

This Rune is also used for protection against psychic attack.

Reverse : Tensions and stress.



Isa Rune

Planet : Neptune.
Colour : Black.

Tarot : Hermit.

Gender : Female.

Animal : Reindeer.

Tree : Alder.

This Rune is connected to the God Verdandi.

This Rune may indicate a cooling of a relationship or business partnership.

However, this will only be a temporary situation.

Money expected may not arrive.

Friends will let you down.



Jera Rune

Astrology Sign : Virgo.
Colour : Blue.

Tarot : The Fool.

Gender : Male/Female.

Tree : Oak.

Connected with the God Freyr.

The Jera rune is connected with crops and the harvest.

It is a time of good fortune.

You will be rewarded for past efforts.

A good Rune if you are looking for a new start.



Eihwaz Rune

Astrology Sign : Sagittarius.

Colour : Blue.

Tarot : Hanged Man.

Gender : Male.

Animal : Horse.

Tree : Apple.

Connected with the God Ullr.

Changes that are not welcome, but at least helpful.

May indicate movement or shifting of home or business.

Perth Rune

Astrology Sign : Scorpio.

Colour : Black.

Tarot : Wheel of Fortune.

Gender : Female.

Tree : Elm.

Connected with the God Frigg.

The Perth Rune is all about warmth and friendship.

Unexpected money.

Social invitations.

Renew old friendships.

Reverse : Favours are not appreciated.



Algiz Rune

Astrology Sign : Pisces.

Colour : Gold.

Tarot : Moon.

Gender : Male/Felmale.

Tree : Lime.

Connected with the God Heimdall.

Algiz is the Rune of protection and healing.

May also indicate others will try to force you into something against your will.

Good sign for artistic talents.

New job offer.

Reverse : May suggest health problems.



Sowelu Rune

Planet : Sun.
Colour : White.

Tarot : Sun.

Gender : Male.

Animal : Eagle.

Connected to the God Balder.

This Rune covers mental and physical health.

It also represents the love of a man for a woman.

Indicates a growing spirituality



Teiwaz Rune

Planet : Mars.

Colour : Red.

Tarot : Justice.

Gender : Male.

Tree : Hazel.

Connected with the God Tyr.

This Rune is also strongly connected with love.

It may represent selfish feelings and actions in a relationship.

Indicates success in business.

Legal matters will be positive.

Reverse : May indicate problems with property.



Berkana Rune

Astrology Sign : Cancer.

Colour : Green.

Tarot : Empress.

Gender : Female.

Tree : Fir.

Animal : Swan.

This Rune is connected to the God Nerthus.

The Baerkana Rune indicates a need to look at our spirituality.

New projects are indicated with this Rune.

May also indicate a new baby or a new job.

Reverse : Wrong choices.



Ehwaz Rune

Planet : Mercury.
Colour : White.

Tarot : Lovers.

Gender : Male/Female.

Animal : Horse.

Tree : Apple.

Connected to the God Freyja.

This Rune indicates a new project.

Is stongly connected with matters of science and education.

Big changes are indicated.

Be careful around transport.

Reverse : Journey delayed



Mannaz Rune

Astrology Sign : Aquarius.
Colour : Red.

Tarot : Magician.

Gender : Male/Female.

Animal : Hawk.

Tree : Ash.

Connected to the God`s Frigg, Odin and Heimdall.

This is a Rune for Relationships.

It concerns how other people look at you.

Dont rush into things.

Watch your health with this Rune.

May also indicate legal problems.

Reverse : Problems with authorities



Laguz Rune

Planet : Moon.
Colour : Green.

Tarot : Star.

Gender : Female.

Animal : Seal.

Tree : Willow.

Connected with the God Njord.

This Rune concerns success and money.

It indicates that success and finances will depend on others.

That sometimes it will be postive but at other times negative.

May indicate long distance travel.

May also indicate a pregnancy.

Reverse : Indicates you are being too pushy



Inguz Rune

Planet : Venus.
Colour : Yellow.

Tarot : Judgement.

Gender : Male/Female.

Animal : Boar.

Tree : Apple.

Connected to the God Freyr.

This Rune often indicates a new job.

May also show a move of home.

Indicates the ending of a phase.

May also indicate the end of a relationship.



Othila Rune

Astrology Sign : Capricorn.

Colour : Yellow.

Tarot : Moon.

Gender : Male.

Tree : Hawthorn.

Connected to the God Odin.

May indicate a win.

May also indicate an inheritance.

Reverse : May mean an accident.



Dagaz Rune

Astrology Sign : Leo.
Colour : Blue.

Tarot Temperature.

Gender : Male.

Tree : Spruce.

Connected to the God Heimdall.

This Rune means new starts.

A time to break free of a stalement.

Indicates the need for hard work.

Time to plan for the future.



Wyrd Rune

The Wyrd Rune has no connection with any astrology sign, planet, animal or colour.
It is the Rune of karma and fate.

It has no place in the Runic alphabetical system.

It is only used when casting the Runes.

The Wyrd Rune is connected to the God Odin.

Indicates there is about to be a major change



Runes in Healing

Healing Runes are known as Lim Runes.
The symbols are carved into the face of the south facing bark of a healing tree.

Try meditating on the Rune as well as carrying it on your body.

Fehu : Respiratory problems.

Uruz : Muscles.

Thurisaz : Heart.

Anzus : Mouth.

Raldo : Legs.

Wunjo : Breathing problems.

Hagalaz : Wounds.

Jera : Digestive orders.

Algiz : Headaches.

Sowelu : Skin problems.

Teiwaz : Arthritis.

Berkana : Fertility.

Dagaz : Nervous problems

very cool

Will have to read tomorrow (later today)...remember readings....and favorite rune being "surrender"

I'm a bit runed from all the hooping...can you transrate Joel, please?

a transration is something you might get in Tokyo if you like making fun of accents

but if "I" go through the airport turnstile sideways....I maybe going to Bangkok

I like the small words......

It's not the "size" of the word....it's the "meaning" in it.

gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah I cant take all the wordssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss!!!!

just pick the one that "fits you"

condensed version please.......

she wants it smaller

I want it fast......Im a city girl geeeeeeeeez!!!! I want it fast fast fast........like yesterday!!!!

or long, long, long.......like "ago yesterday

just give me a cheat sheet!!!

Is this

Like a religion?

It's very long

Must be a religion

no its not

its long
for there a number of meanings plus i had in the healing, but i also add a few differnt things