Mike Gleason November, 2011

Runecasters Handbook

by  Edred Thorsson

© 2011  Wesier

ISBN:  978-1-57863-136-0

Paperback       143 pages

$14.95  (U.S.)

This book may, arguably, be considered a classic in the field of runic work.  Originally copyrighted in 1988 (and originally published by Weiser in 1990) it is still in demand today.  It is the final installment in a trio of books (with Futhark:  A Handbook of Rune Magic and Runelore:  A Handbook of Esoteric Runology ) which is intended to provide a basis for understanding the Germanic runes, their history and interpretation, and their relevance in our  modern world.

Each entry contains a wealth of information.  The standards are there – Phonetic value, the Germanic name, and the most common English name – but that is just the beginning.  There are several sources for runic interpretation in the historical literature (“Old English Rune Poem” (OERP), “Old Norwegian Rune Rhyme” (ONRR), and “Old Icelandic Rune Poem” (OIRP)), and stanzas from each are examined for each of the Elder staves (symbols, in common usage).  There is not universal agreement among these sources, covering as they do, a variety of times and locales, and this very disagreement offers insight into the cultures involved, and the understanding of runecasters through time.

If you have had no previous exposure to the use of runes, it would definitely be advantageous to do some reading before starting into this book.  Admittedly, my own runic experience is extremely limited, but I have had some exposure to, and use of, the runes and the culture(s) they developed in so I wasn’t floundering in the dark.

Assuming the first two books display this level of commitment and dedication to expanding knowledge of runecraft (and I haven’t seen them, so I  don’t KNOW that they do even if I do expect them to), this set needs to be a part of the training materials available to novices.  Dr. Thorrson (doctorate in Germanic Languages and Medieval Studies from the University of Texas) has made every effort to be both comprehensive and easily understood in his presentation.

Moving beyond the basic, though by no means simple, interpretation of the individual runes, he devotes time and space to various forms of layouts and what they can contribute to the understanding of the information and guidance which is provided.

This is NOT a book about “fortune telling”, nor is it a book about “games” which can be played with the runes.  It is an attempt to help the reader attain a proper mind-set or consciousness which is susceptible to influences beyond the realm of normal sensory input, so that insight may be attained about what is occurring in the present and how that may influence what is yet to come.

If you are interested in the subject of runes, and want  more than a simple “pop” approach, I highly recommend this book.

Tags: Divination, Edred Thorsson, runecasters handbook, runes

• Interviews & Reviews

Michele Burke February, 2011

Review

Living Magick Learning Cards

Awhile back I was asked to review the new Living Magick Learning Cards by Jay and Jadzia DeForest and much to my surprise these cards are exactly what they profess to be, Educational Tools for Sacred Living… Each of these three new decks of learning flash cards (Tarot, Rune, and Astrology) come complete with learning cards, reference sheets, and a book unique to each deck. The Tarot flash card deck enables even the beginner to learn to read and divine the Tarot with a complete deck of 84 cards: 78 traditional cards and six informational cards. Each of which has the theme and keywords for both upright and reversed interpretations. The Rune deck contains 55 cards that aid in the learning the theme, keywords, pronunciation, and magickal workings, as well as reverse interpretation of each rune, and a quick reference sheet. While the Astrology learning cards aid in learning the basics of Astrology, they including the houses, planets, aspects, zodiac signs, simple chart casting, and quick reference sheet.

It is not very often such an absolutely astounding new learning tool comes along, but these new learning cards are a definite must have for beginners and expert alike.

5 Thumbs up

http://www.livingmagick.com/

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• Interviews & Reviews

Michele Burke September, 2009

Merry Meet and Bountiful Blessings everyone, well all we have made it to our final lesson and as I said in our last issue we will be learning the basic Three Rune Draw. In the Three Rune Draw, much like the any other draw you will first need to spread out your rune casting cloth; while making sure to mix them toughly reach in to their pouch and randomly without looking pick out three stones. Now take a moment to clear your mind and body of all pent up energies (Inhale through your nose and exhale through your mouth, do this five times) that have accumulated over the day. Now it is time to pose your question. After deciding upon what you want to ask take the three runes into your right hand and gently shaking them (as if you were going to roll dice) cast them on to your cloth. While making sure not to alter the  direction they fell in look at the stones, if two of them landed in an upright direction and the other in reverse then the answer to your question is YES if two land in reverse then the answer is NO. The same holds true if all three stones land upright (the answer is YES) and vice versa.

Now for those of you who have not been with us throughout this course or for those of you who have but happen (which I hope is not the case) to venture out without your runes, I would like to leave you with an old Celtic method of divination that was passed down to me from a very dear family member. This method is called casting Sky stones. For this method you will need to find three small stones, one black (representing midnight), one gold (red will work or you can paint the stone. This represents the dawn) and finally a grey stone (representing dusk). Now just like casting runes for a simple Yes or No question, take the tree sky stones in your right hand, pose your question and shake and cast them onto a flat surface; after they have found their landing look at them carefully making note as to how close the gold or grey stone is to the black stone. If the gold stone is closer to the black stone then your answer is YES, but if the grey stone closer the answer is NO. However, if the stones are equal in distance from the black stone cast the stone once more (and only once) if they still are equal in distance then it is not meant for you to know the answer to your question at this time. Also if you ask a question but you do not get the answer you want do not ask again because you will be tempting Cernunnos (The Greenman) and you may get a result you were not expecting.

In closing I would like to thank all of you who have followed the Runic course from the very beginning, it has been a pleasure working with each of you and I truly hope our paths meet again. Furthermore for those of you who have taken all the quizzes and have submitted the required lessons you will be receiving your certificates of completion within the next two weeks.

Again may the Brightest Blessing follow you in this life and into the next.

Tags: Divination, runes

• Divination

Michele Burke August, 2009

Merry Meet everyone, in this lesson we will learn how to divine with our Runes. The first thing you will need to do is find a place you can work without distraction, once your private place is found you will need to find a flat surface for casting the Runes. Now you are ready to begin. In previous lessons we have learned the meanings of the runes so now it is time to use what we have learned.

There are vast arrays of ways to read the runes just as there are numerous ways to cast and read any system of divination… But we will start with three easy castings that will enable you to begin divining with your stones immediately.

The first thing you will need to do is spread out your rune casting cloth, now pour your stones out and place them right side up and put them in their alphabetical order, making sure to place the blank rune separate from the rest, and then say, “Holy Goddess, mother of us all, guide my hand as I cast these stones, guide my mind as I interpret their meanings and guide my soul as I take them into my life.” Now turn all the stones over and stir them around while concentrating on the question to be asked, select the runes and interpret. This one is an ideal way to do a daily casting, to use the runes as a guide for your day. An example reading would be if you were to draw Ansuz, right side up. This would be interoperated as meaning communication will be of the utmost importance to you today; be sure to explain yourself clearly, and to speak up when necessary and always, always listen to the needs of others.

Instead of a quiz of what we have learned today I would like for you all for one week to do a  daily one stone reading and journal your results being sure to log the stone you pulled and the interpretation you gave. Once you have come to the end of the week email your results to me at Micheleb@paganpages.com for further interpretation.

Our next lesson will be on the Three Rune Draw.

Bountiful Blessings & Happy Casting

Tags: casting, Divination, divine, reading, runes

• Divination

Michele Burke July, 2009

Lesson 1 and 2 Cumulative Test

Well it has come time for the first cumulative test. This test will be a review of the first two lessons.

1. How does the (Elder) Futhark get its name?

2. What are the three standard divisions of the runes known as?

3. What is the equation for the creation of the universe?

4. Which modern letters does the Elder Futhark lack?

5. With which season is the Berkana (Beorc) rune associated?

6. What are the three standard divisions of the runes known as?

7. Who governs the section of the runes associated with forces beyond human influence and understanding?

8. Which rune governs the Christmas/Yule half month period?

9. What are the three standard divisions of the runes known as?

10. Name two runes suggesting affliction and suffering which are found side by side

11. Which two runes do some authors feel should have their positions transposed?

After taking the cumulative test copy and paste your answers to the questions into a word doc. Or directly to the body of the email and email them directly to ma at Micheleb@paganPages.org for grading. Upon completion of this course students will receive a certificate of completion of the Runic.

Coming in the Month of August

We will be studying the art of using runes as a tool for divination.

Bountiful Blessings

Instructor: Michele Burke

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• Divination

Michele Burke June, 2009

Lesson 2: Elder Futhark Runic Symbols Explained Cont.

Well we have made it through to yet another lesson and let me just say you are all doing exceptionally well. Now let’s get down to business. In lesson two we will be continuing were we left off.

In the Elder Futhark rune there are three standard divisions of Runes. These divisions are seen in the Aetts of Frey, Hagal and Tyr.

Frey’s Aetts

these eight runes belong to the god Frey (Fertility God) and his runes are associated with the creation of the world, its gods and inhabitants. The runes in this Aett are effective in getting things started; moreover, for divination purposes these runes often express essential life principles, e.g. health, money, conflict, balance, knowledge and pleasure. Frey’s runes are shown from left to right: Fehu (Feoh), Uruz (Ur), Thurisaz (Thorn), Ansuz (Os), Raido (Rad), Kenaz (Cen), Gebo (Gyfu), and Wunjo (Wyn).

Hagal’s Aetts

some disagreement has been seen in concerns with just who is the owner of this Aett. Some link them to Hel, the underworld goddess (Niflhelm), an unwelcoming cold place which is reflected in the harsh nature of its first two runes. While others see it as belonging to Heimdall, the watcher God; the runes in this Aett are associated with forces that lie outside the realm of human influence and are joined with cosmic understanding. Hagal’s Aettir represent the power of time, the Norns, spiritual and Wyrd development. This Aett of magic, development of consciousness, personal evolution and psychological growth; conversely, these Aetts just like Frey’s Aetts read from left to right: Hagalaz (Haegl), Nauthiz (Nyd), Isa (Is), Jera (Ger), Eihwaz (Eoh), Pertho (Peorth), Algiz (Eohl) and Sowelu (Sigil).

Tyr’s Aetts

this final Aett belongs to the deity of justice and war Tyr and is related to the experiences that transform and mold human lives. This the third and final Aett is more concerned with the spiritual transformation, social aspects and human condition. Again this Aett like the other two read from left to right: Tiwaz (Tir), Berkana (Beorc), Ehwaz (Eh), Mannaz, (Man), Laguz (Lagu) , Ingwaz (Ing) , Dagaz (Daeg) , Othala (Ethel).

Patterns of the Elder Futhark

In accordance with Norse mythology, the universe began with the uniting of Fire and Ice. The Fehu (Feoh) rune (Frey’s first rune) is associated to fire, whereas Hagalaz (Haegl) first rune is associated with Ice and Hail and Tyr’s first rune Tiwaz (Tir) is associated with order, law and structure. Consequently the each of the first runes from each Aett makes up the equation for the creation of the Universe.

F + I = O or Fire + Ice = Order

The Elder Futhark is a progression of patterns. E.g. Fehu (Feoh) is associated with creation while the rest of Frey’s Aett are profoundly associated with the gods; While Tyr’s Aett is associated with earthly matters e.g. Intuition, motherhood, pregnancy, intuition etc… and lastly closing with Othala (Ethel), the rune associated with home and family. Furthermore Othala (Ethel) is associated with inheritance and heritage. Thusly, the runes begin with the universe’s birth and end with the end of man.

Some authors reverse the order of the last two runes so the Futhark ends with Dagaz (Daeg). This however does not change the identified trends. Though it returns things to a cosmic level it is through the transformation and enlightenment of the individual. As should now be becoming clear, the position of individual runes within the Elder Futhark is not the result of accident but of design. Each rune is related in various ways to the runes around it. Another way to divide up the Futhark is into pairs. If we take the first two runes Fehu (Feoh) and Uruz (Ur),

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Both these runes relate to cattle. Fehu (Feoh) symbolizes domesticated cattle from which we get milk. Uruz (Ur) represents the Auroch a (now extinct) fierce and untamable breed of oxen. The first rune symbolizes the spirit tamed and harnessed whereas the second represents the resilient unquenchable pioneer spirit.

This type of pair-patterning can be seen through the whole of the Futhark though some pairs need more explanation than others. To illustrate a few more

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Naudhiz (Nyd) and Hagalaz (Haegl). These pair of runes deals with affliction. Hagalaz (Haegl) is a natural force of destruction and disruption whereas Naudhiz (Nyd) is a rune of suffering and endurance giving the strength to survive the effects of its partner rune.

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Eihwaz (Eoh) and Pertho (Peorth). Both these runes represent mysterious forces beyond human control. Eihwaz (Eoh) is change and Death, whilst Pertho (Peorth) represents Wyrd. At a symbolic level Pertho (Peorth) links with the creative power of the womb as embodied in the goddesses Frigga and Freya. Freya representing fertility and Frigga, being both mother and “the silent seeress” reflecting the mysterious and predictive powers of the rune. Hence there is a rune of death and one of birth side by side. This is also typical of the way rune patterning works, not all partner runes are similar, some are opposites. (Rune, 2004, p. 1)

Runic Half Months

Many patterns one finds contained in the Elder Futhark were indisputably known to the ancients, however this was not always the case. A link between the calendar and the Elder Futhark is a new age invention which has no basis what so ever in the ancient Norse lore. For this reason, traditionalist dismisses this theory entirely, however, we should always remain open minded to the possibility of contemporary runic discoveries.

In astrological terms each rune is considered as ruling a period of one half month. Runic half months are the creation of Nigel Pennick and the table below is based on his chart but we have simplified it so that only one rune rules any given day. Particular account of the half month may be taken account of in magical rune working, depending on the beliefs and preferences of the magician. Some rune readers use the half month to determine a Significator for a reading.

Period Rune

June 29 – July 13 Fehu (Feoh)

July 14 – July 28 Uruz (Ur)

July 29 – Aug 12 Thurisaz (Thorn)

Aug 13 – Aug 28 Ansuz (Os)

Aug 29 – Sept 12 Raido (Rad)

Sept 13 – Sept 27 Kenaz (Cen)

Sept 28 – Oct 12 Gebo (Gyfu)

Oct 13 – Oct 27 Wunjo (Wynn)

Oct 28 – Nov 12 Hagalaz (Haegl)

Nov 13 – Nov 27 Nauthiz (Nyd)

Nov 28 – Dec 12 Isa (Is)

Dec 13 – Dec 27 Jera (Ger)

Dec 28 – Jan 12 Eihwaz (Eoh)

Jan 13 – Jan 27 Pertho (Peorth)

Jan 28 – Feb 11 Algiz (Eohl)

Feb 12 – Feb 26 Sowelu (Sigil)

Feb 27 – Mar 13 Tiwaz (Tir)

Mar 14 – Mar 29 Berkana (Beorc)

Mar 30 – Apr 13 Ehwaz (Eh)

Apr 14 – Apr 28 Mannaz (Man)

Apr 29 – May 13 Laguz (Lagu)

May 14 – May 28 Inguz (Ing)

May 29 – Jun 13 Othala (Ethel)

Jun 14 – Jun 28 Dagaz (Daeg)

There is a clear pattern and development in this arrangement. We will draw your attention to just two examples. Christmas, a time of feasting, enjoying the produce stored earlier, is governed by Jera (Ger), a rune of harvest and plenty. The coming of Spring falls under Berkana (Beorc), rune of birth/new growth. (Rune, 2004, p. 1)

Conclusion

In this lesson we have learned that the arrangement of the runes is anything but random, and the position of the individual runes is highly significant. Even as we have only touched upon a very few of the possible patterns but as your knowledge of the runes becomes greater, you will begin to find patterns on your own. In lesson 3 we will begin looking at runic meanings in the hopes of advancing you awareness.

Lesson 2:

1. What are the three standard divisions of the runes known as?

2. What is the equation for the creation of the universe?

3. Which rune governs the Christmas/Yule half month period?

4. With which season is the Berkana (Beorc) rune associated?

5. Which two runes do some authors feel should have their positions transposed?

6. Name two runes suggesting affliction and suffering which are found side by side

After taking the comprehension test copy and paste your answers to the questions into a word doc. And email them directly to ma at m.burke-paganpages@hotmail.com for grading. Upon completion of this course students will receive a certificate of completion of the Runic

Bountiful Blessings

Bibliography and Works Cited:

The Runic School. (2004). The Elder Futhark. Retrieved May 4, 2009, from runeschool.org

Instructor: Michele Burke

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• Divination

Michele Burke May, 2009

Lesson One: Elder Futhark Runic Symbols Explained

I would like to start off my welcoming everyone to this our new course on the study of runic divination. In each new lesson you will find innovative techniques that will help you to control the unbounded power of the Runes, innovative tools to aid in your progression. Throughout the next few months we will be learning the meanings of the 24 Elder Futhark runes, these runes are separated into three groups of eight, known as the aett or aettir (plural). This will aid you in remembering the order of the runes, and further on in the course you begin to see how the aettir are significant in the use of magick.

Lesson 1

The oldest know runic alphabet is known as the Elder Futhark, it takes its name from the sound of its first eight letters, i.e. F-U-TH-A-R-K. The three standard divisions of the Elder Futhark runes are known as the Aettir. There are a number of things to keep in mind. first of all, it the Elder Futhark alphabet lacks a number of letters from the modern-day alphabet, specifically c, q, v, x and y. Additionally, because The Futhark alphabet is based on sound, containing combinations of letters so thusly there us a Rune for the sound that is created when combining the letters T and H together, and one more for the sound created when combining the letters N and G.

Freyia’s Aett:

These 8 runes that belong to the god of fertility (Frey) and are runes connected to the creation of the world, its native-setter races as well as the gods. Runes in this aett have consequently start of things moving. Aswynn was quoted as saying “For the purpose of divination therefore the runes of this aett often express the basic principles of life – such as money, health, conflict, intelligence, control, knowledge, balance and pleasure”. The runes are read from left to right.

Fehu (F: Domestic cattle, wealth.) Possessions won or earned, earned income, luck. Abundance, financial strength in the present or near future. Sign of hope and plenty, success and happiness. Social success. Energy, foresight, fertility, creation/destruction (becoming). Fehu Reversed or Merkstave: Loss of personal property, esteem, or something that you put in effort to keep. It indicates some sort of failure. Greed, burnout, atrophy, discord. Cowardice, stupidity, dullness, poverty, slavery, bondage.

Uruz: (U: Auroch, a wild ox.) Physical strength and speed, untamed potential. A time of great energy and health. Freedom, energy, action, courage, strength, tenacity, understanding, wisdom. Sudden or unexpected changes (usually for the better). Sexual desire, masculine potency. The shaping of power and pattern, formulation of the self. Uruz Reversed or Merkstave: Weakness, obsession, misdirected force, domination by others. Sickness, inconsistency, ignorance. Lust, brutality, rashness, callousness, violence.

Thurisaz: (TH: Thorn or a Giant.) Reactive force, directed force of destruction and defense, conflict. Instinctual will, vital eroticism, regenerative catalyst. A tendency toward change. Catharsis, purging, cleansing fire. Male sexuality, fertilization. (Thorr, the Thunder god, was of Giant stock.)Thurisaz Reversed or Merkstave: Danger, defenselessness, compulsion, betrayal, dullness. Evil, malice, hatred, torment, spite, lies. A bad man or woman. Rape?

Ansuz: (A: The As, ancestral god, i.e. Odin.) A revealing message or insight, communication. Signals, inspiration, enthusiasm, speech, true vision, power of words and naming. Blessings, the taking of advice. Good health, harmony, truth, wisdom. Ansuz Reversed or Merkstave: Misunderstanding, delusion, manipulation by others, boredom. Vanity and grandiloquence. (Odin is a mighty, but duplicitous god. He always has his own agenda.)

Raidho: (R: Wagon or chariot.) Travel, both in physical terms and those of lifestyle direction. A journey, vacation, relocation, evolution, changes of place or setting. Seeing a larger perspective. Seeing the right move for you to make and deciding upon it. Personal rhythms, 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.) 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.) 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.) 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, berserker.

Comprehension Test

1. What are the three standard divisions of the runes known as?
2. How does the (Elder) Futhark get its name?
3. Who governs the section of the runes associated with forces beyond human influence and understanding?
4. Which modern letters does the Elder Futhark lack?

After taking the comprehension test copy and paste your answers to the questions into the comment section for grading. Upon completion of this course students will receive a certificate of completion of the Runic

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• Divination

Michele Burke April, 2009

History of the Runic Alphabets and

As far back as primordial time’s man found himself fascinated by the mysterious writings of almost forgotten prehistoric languages, e.g. hieroglyphs from Egypt, American Indian inscriptions.

According to the University of Nottingham (2006)

The earliest undoubtedly runic inscriptions currently known are the short texts (mostly single words which might be names) scratched in the metal of weapons and other gear excavated from the bogs of Illerup and Vimose, in Denmark. Archaeologists have dated these to around 200 A.D although a comb found at Vimose may be about half a century earlier. (¶. 7)

However, the destiny of the mystical runes has had a much more fortuitist existence in that their sagacity has not been compromised throughout the ages, even after the Latin alphabet gained dominance in Europe. E.g., runes were inscribed on coffins and coins; they were also used in the making of calendars up until the end of the 18th century.

Some modern day linguists believe that the runes posses a much more cerebral meaning, to which one cannot find in hieroglyphs, ideograms, or in contemporary foreign alphabets; this unseen meaning exists in the subconscious realm of the mind. Runes were and are still to this day the embodiment of the world around us, in other words the quintessence of how one views the world around them. Through the mystical links amidst the differing runes a man is able to convey nearly every emotion and circumstance by combining them. Throughout the ages runes have changed their meaning, and as such through this system of adjusting dozens of meanings for one same symbol has been created (confirmation of this conjecture can be seen in that any given rune in one language had a completely different meaning in another).

RUNIC DIVINATION

For thousands of years now runes have been used in the art of divination, nevertheless at first it can seem like an art that would be better left in the past because there is no one set method of runic divination and as such it is solely up to the practitioner to decide which method to use.

I have been divining with runes for well over 20 years now and my personal rune of choice is the Elder FUTHARK runes. The first step one must take when beginning to learn to read runes is to get to know the runes themselves. This however, does not mean you have to memorize each individual interpretation of the runes. It has been my experience in teaching the art of runic divination that it is extremely important to start at the beginning with the fehu (F) and meditate on that individual rune for a day and then move on to the next until you have gone through and meditated on each and every one of them. There are several exercises one can use daily to assist in the learning of the runes, e.g. visualization, word association, physical bond etc…

ELDER FUTHARK RUNES

METHODS OF RUNIC DIVINATION

As I stated before, there is no one set method in using runes for divination purposes.  Nevertheless, there are certain distinct characteristics when it comes to making runes which in turn may make them better suited for casting them, e.g. most runes are made by carving the runic symbols onto small pieces of clay, stone, or wood. These are materials are better suited for the scattering and picking up the runes. The choice of materials used to make your set of runes is an individual one, I personally follow the Druidic path and as such only use stones as I hold trees to be sacred living beings therefore my set is made from stones.

That being said I will attempt to briefly explain how to divine with the Elder Futhark runes.  Unlike the tarot when the runes are cast they are read as they fall regardless of the position they landed in because they often times land at odd angles or sideways. However, for the most part each person generally devises their own personal method of reading the runes. One method I use when looking for a simple one question reading is to pull three stones from the pouch and cast them onto the table or casting cloth if the runes fall with two of them (or all three) in the upright position and one reversed then the answer to your question is an astounding yes however, if only one is in the upright or all are reversed then the answer is no. Other methods include the Norns, Roman method, and the Nine Rune cast but we will go into that in the may issue.

NEW ONLINE RUNE READING CLASS BEGINS IN MAY

Beginning in May’s issue of Pagan Pages will be starting a new online class. We will be starting first with learning the meanings of each rune and what it stands for and from there we will move on into actual art of runic divination.   I will be teaching the class.  Pagan Pages would like to see if our readers have an interest in learning Runes.  If you are interested we would appreciate you leaving a comment below so we can plan forward with our future issues

Bountiful Blessings

Bibliography and Works Cited

University of Nottingham. (2006). What are the Earliest Runic inscriptions. Retrieved March 7, 2009, from http://runicdictionary.nottingham.ac.uk/faq.php#earliest

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