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Halgalz

Halgalz (also Hagalaz) is one of the challenging runes in the Elder Futhark. Halgalz represents disruption. Halgalz talks of the capriciousness of the universe. It is Halgalz’s influence that causes people to say “I had the rug pulled out from under me!” Halgalz...

Animal Speak- the Swan

The Swan normally appears in the East for those who are already attuned to their inner potentials for the higher self, but challenges us to search further and do more. There is an Indian legend of the Swan. Young Swan flew through the dreamtime looking for ways to see...

Gebo

Gebo appearing in your cast today has many meanings and messages. Be sure to consider the meaning on the rune with direct understanding of the initial question. Gebo’s message is always important, so be sure to interpret it in the context of the question posed....

Fehu, the Rune of Posessions

Fehu is directly related to physical possessions. Most of us are familiar with the tales of the great warriors who took to ships with dragons on the prow and sails of striped red and white. What we tend to forget in all the warrior discussions of these industrious...

Eihaz, the Rune of Defense

“Tis a gift to be simple,Tis a gift to be free,Tis a gift to come outWhere we ought to beAnd when we find ourselvesIn the place just rightWe’ll be in the Valley of Love and DelightWhen true simplicity is gainedTo bow and to turnWe will not be ashamedTo turn to turn...

Animal Speak- the Seal

Seals were thought to be shape-shifters in many cultures. Tales abound of seals coming to the shore and removing their outer skin and glossy dense fur. As women they walk upon the earth. They may return to the sea by simply putting back on the skin and fur and many...

Ehwaz, Rune of the Horse

Ehwaz is directly connected with the horse. The importance of the horse on man’s culture cannot be overstated. In the Bronze Age artifacts of great beauty were created. One of these is a beautiful piece of artwork in which a horse draws the Chariot of the Sun across...

Dagaz

For the Spiritual Warrior, Dagaz is the bright warmth of the sun as it breaks through the final barriers, illuminating the true inner self. Breakthrough speaks of prosperity. Of being able to break through that which held you back from your personal forward...

A Walk Through the Runes- Part II

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K24AN1HoZE0 The next in our series of videos exploring using the Runes and understanding their symbolism! In this video Love Dr Nikki covers the Runes Algiz, Eihwaz, Inguz, Nauthiz, and Perth.

Berkana, the Rune of Growth

Berkana is a rune of challenge. Its pointy shape is an indication that when it appears a period of discomfort may be at hand. Remember, growth comes to us whether we accept it willingly or life shoves it down our throat. None of us are allowed to be stagnant as we...

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