Got a set as a gift. Comes with a small book. So accurate its unbelievable. Any words of wisdom or caution??
2006-11-22 15:03:29 · 7 answers · asked by jnet 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Mythology & Folklore
By Runes I am assuming that you are refering to the 24 runes of the elder futhark, my suggestion is to read the poetic edda, specifically Havamal stanza's138-165. This will provide you with a picture of where the runes came from, and some of thier other uses.
http://home.earthlink.net/~wodensharrow/havamal.html
Throw away the blank one ( there is no such thing it is a new age bastardization) the well of wyrd or "fate stone" is well represented by pertho rune. ( or at least take it out for readings... save it in case you lose one, you can draw in a replacement)
Freya Aswynn's Northern Mysteries & Magic is a great book for learning about the divination aspect as well as practical magical applications of the runes.
Of course they are accurate! They are a key that taps into the folk soul of the germanic/scandinavian peoples. They are a great tool, for divination & magic. Be prepared for the unexpected, they have been known to open up a gateway for communications from the Aesir & Vanir ( gods of the germanic/ norse pantheon)
Keep a journal of your readings, and any strange dreams that you recollect. They ( the Aesir & Vanir) communicate readily through dreams.
Avoid tattoing english words in runes on your body, or writng english words in runes, as alot of the runes have a not so nice connotation, in fact they are curses. Very common letters such as the phonetic value for N, also I & H come to mind, even combined with the more benevolent runes such as the phonetic value for R or L can cause disasterous effects. (particularly with R & L in relation to travel)
Read all you can on the subject, Edred Thorsson, Freya Aswynn,Swain Wodening, and Kveldolf Gundarsson. Are great sources of information listed below are a few good websites for reliable information about the runes
2006-11-23 03:32:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would say to look at it the same way I would tell people to learn to understand the meaning of the Tarot (which I have read professionally). The meanings in the book, while they are a good starting point, are just that, a starting point.
There are several good books on the Norse Runes and their meaning available through various websites and if you look up the religion of Asatru on the internet you will probably be able to find some good resources there. Just remember that not everyone will agree on all of the meanings so you do have to use the brains the Gods gave you.
Also, using the basic meanings of the runes from the book as a basis for beginning your own meditation on each one can be a powerful tool for learning more about them.
2006-11-23 01:34:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anne Hatzakis 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just that I found it best to have one set for me & one set for other people to "play" with. When they find out you have them, they are curious & I didn't like the energy they could leave on my stones, so I got a special set that no one has ever seen or touched! I wash my hands soap & water & rinse them with warm salt water before taking them out of their bag! :o)
2006-11-22 23:08:41 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Should you want runes for yourself, it is best to make them yourself and blood them. This makes it personal and increases its intent.
2006-11-23 08:13:27 · answer #4 · answered by Earth 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Love my sets. I also like tarot too
2006-11-22 23:33:36 · answer #5 · answered by Chris 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they are pretty good,i notice the label sometimes says "dried plums"old folks like to stew them.figs are good too.
2006-11-23 15:57:37 · answer #6 · answered by denny 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is the name of this book....................
2006-11-22 23:12:26 · answer #7 · answered by kilroymaster 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋