Laguz: The Rune of Water, Flow, and Inner Knowing
The rune Laguz, written ᛚ in the Elder Futhark, stands as a symbol of water, the ever-changing flow of life, and the deep well of intuition that lies within each of us. It is a rune that reminds us of the natural rhythms that govern both the world around us and the internal landscapes of […]
Kenaz: The Fire of Knowledge and the Forge of Transformation
Among the twenty-four runes of the Elder Futhark, few capture the raw, elemental energy of transformation as profoundly as Kenaz (ᚲ). This rune, whose shape resembles a blazing torch or a cup turned on its side, represents more than mere fire. It embodies the illumination of the mind, the spark of creative power, and the […]
Jera: The Cycle of Effort and Reward in the Elder Futhark
Among the ancient runes of the Elder Futhark, ᛃ Jera stands apart as a symbol not of war or magic, but of time, patience, and the quiet reward that follows honest effort. Pronounced like “YERA” or sometimes “YEH-rah,” this rune corresponds to the Latin letters J or Y, depending on transliteration. But far beyond its […]
Isa: The Rune of Ice, Stillness, and Inner Resolve
In the cold breath of the north, where winters are long and rivers freeze solid, the rune Isa—ᛁ—takes form. It is the eleventh rune of the Elder Futhark, pronounced as the vowel “ee,” like the sound in ice or eel. Its name quite literally means “ice” in the ancient Germanic languages. But more than just […]
Ingwaz: The Rune of Inner Growth, Fertility, and Potential
Among the many runes of the Elder Futhark, Ingwaz (ᛜ) holds a unique place as a symbol of inner transformation and the quiet power of potential waiting to be realized. Pronounced as “ng” like the ending of “sing,” Ingwaz represents much more than just fertility or growth—it embodies the essence of things developing from within, […]
Hagalaz: The Rune of Storm and Change in the Elder Futhark
In the ancient script of the Elder Futhark, each rune carries not only a phonetic sound but also an idea, a symbol, and a weight that echoes across time. Among these runes, ᚺ Hagalaz stands out like a thunderclap. This rune, associated with hail and disruption, represents the natural forces beyond our control—those moments in […]
Fehu: Wealth and the Sacred Flow of Prosperity in the Elder Futhark
Among the first things you’ll notice when reading an inscription in the Elder Futhark—the oldest known runic alphabet used by the Germanic peoples—is that it begins with the rune ᚠ, Fehu. This was not random. Just as our modern alphabet begins with A, the rune-row begins with Fehu, but its position at the front isn’t […]
Eiwaz: Enduring the Passage — Transformation, Death, and Rebirth in the Old Norse Mind
Among the runes of the Elder Futhark, none are so enigmatic, so misunderstood, and so essential to the worldview of the ancient Germanic peoples as ᛇ Eiwaz. Unlike the more straightforward associations of runes like Fehu (wealth) or Tiwaz (justice), Eiwaz resists easy definition. Its sound value—an ancient ei or ī—has faded from most modern […]
Ehwaz: The Rune of Trust and Forward Motion
The Elder Futhark rune Ehwaz (ᛖ), pronounced roughly like the letter “E” in English, holds a place of deep symbolic resonance in the old Germanic mindset. It is a rune of movement, of partnership, of the sacred bond that carries both people and ideas forward. In the literal world of the ancient North, Ehwaz evoked […]
Dagaz — The Rune of Daylight and Awakening
Among the many runes of the Elder Futhark, the rune Dagaz (ᛞ) stands out as a powerful symbol of transformation and illumination. Its name, rooted in the Proto-Germanic dagaz, means “day” or “daylight.” This rune is often translated as “breakthrough,” “clarity,” or “awakening”—words that speak to the essential nature of light piercing through darkness, signaling […]