Algiz Algis, Elhaz (Sound:"zz" ) CAUTION
HEMODEL/Valkuries Element of Air
Color: Blue / Numbers 9 Stones: Amethyst Yew Tree / Sedge plant
Zodiac Sign: Virgo Tarot Card: IX - The Hermit
Talisman Use: Protection from all negetives, fill your surroundings with power. protection, warding off harm, especially passing ailments and desease, helps anxiety, head injuries & headaches. |
The Meaning of the Stones |
Heimdall and Mordgud: the God & Goddess of Weather |
Hagalz Nauthiz Isa Jera Eihwaz Perth Algiz Sowelu |
Hagalaz Hagall, Hagl, Haegl, Hail (Sound: "h" ) DAMAGE
HELLA Element of Water/Hail
Color: Red / Number: 8 Stones: Onyx. Crystal Yew/Ash Tree / Fern
Zodiac Sign:Aries Tarot Card: -XVI - The Tower
Talisman Uses:
Caused shange, to rid distructive forces,& unwanted influences. Healing wounds, scrapes & cuts.. |
Nauthiz Naudiz, Nyd Naudhr, Nauths (Sound: "n" ) DELAY
THOR Element of Fire Color: Black / Number:7 Stone(s): Obsidian Mountain Ash Tree / Crocus
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn Tarot Card: XV the Devil
Talisman Uses:.
Gives inner strength For Spells & counterspells, banishing, tunes down sexual problems. Heals back problens & controls fevers. Helps with strains and Arm injuries. |
Isa Iss, Eis, Is (Sound: "ee" ) STANDSTILL
ODIN/Frost Giants Element of Water/Ice
Color: White / Number:9 Stone(s): Diamond, Gem Silica Alder Tree / Sweet Pea
Zodiac Sign: Pisces Tarot Card: XVIII - The Moon
Talisman Uses:
Used to absolutely Bind or Stop, prevent action & sheild from other power. Heals numbness, Calms Hysteria, & Eases Pain. |
Jera Jer, Ger, Ar Yer (Sound :"j" ) PRODUCTIVITY
FREY/FREYA Element the Earth
Color: Green / Number: 4 Stone(s): Moss Agate, Carnelian Oak Tree / cornflower
Zodiac Sign:Virgo Tarot Card: IX - The Hermit
Talisman Uses:
Bring slow & progressive change, & visions to reality. Aids insight & guides you in timing of actions. To hange something to it's opposite. Heals bowel & digestive problems.. |
Eihwaz Eihwas, Ihwar, Eoh, Ihwas (Sound: "eo" ) ENDURANCE
SKAD Element: Air
Color: Indigo / Number: 5 Stone(s): black Tourmaline, Smokey Quartz Yew Tree / Lilac
Zodiac Sign: Libra Tarot Card: XI - Justice
Talisman Uses:
Used to call Primal Wisdom & Store and Send Power, (to Wands & Staves) for divination; to Bring profound Change, Strengthen will, .for Power over the dead, can Ward off Death. Heals Eye problems & aids against Vertigo. |
Perth Perthro, Pirthra, Perthrold, Peord (Sound: "p" ) SECRETS
FRIGG Element of Water
Color: Silver Blu / Number: 3 Stone(s): Aqua Marine Aspen / Chrysanthemum
Zodiac Sign:Pisces Tarot Card: XII - The Hanged Man
Talisman Uses:
Used to encrease magical power, to see the Wisdom of the Runes, synchronicity, higher Divination,& finding things, for .Past life contact; fertility and easing childbirth.
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Sowulo Sowilo, Saugil, Sygel, Sigel, Sol (Sound: "s" ) SUCCESS
BALDOR Element of Air
Color: Yellowgold / Number: 1 Stone(s): Ruby Juniper Tree / St. Johns Wort
Zodiac Sign: Leo Tarot Card: XIX - The Sun Talisman Uses:
Promotes interpersonal, active Will. strength, self confidence.; Heals skin ailments & burns,. |

Hagalz stands for "hailstone"; representing Power and the unchanging structure & pattern of life. It is seen as facilitator & controller to focus energies.
DIVINATION
It gererally reflects Disaster, sudden Loss, Ordeal, Destruction, Clearance, Testing, drastic Change; which is always a predecessor to new growth. Meaning that an important Change is coming.; perhaps a whole new Reality. It shows Hassles, Hurdles, disruptive Forces with events beyond or out of ones control. There could possibly be unconscious influences operating. Because major Change is coming, avoid long term planning. It also shows a time of Trial, testing your mettle, delays and limitations, hardship & suffering. Affliction, Pain or Loss will be necessary before you can move on to the next cycle and grow. There is possibly experiencing a natural Disaster; or somethng with that severe of an effect.
If combined with (Isa) or (Nauthiz) ill effects are greatly increased.
REVERSED
There is no reverse due to it's shape. |

Nauthiz is the force of friction and resistance which builds up the individual strength and will. It embodies the need for sacrifice for the sake of results. It id used to direct and guide energy for a purpose; or to use the controlled power of imbalance; to guide all the energy towards one path. The sacrifice in one area, is to gain greater rewards in another.
DIVINATION
Shows having to endure: Poverty, Hardship, Responsibility, Discontent, Obstace, Frustration. May be because of unacknowledged needs. Sometimes for supressing your self identity and learning to deal with severe constraint. A Caution is to resist greed. The person has family or military obligations; or facing a long schooling; and need to postpone marriage or a good job. Although personal life is restricted, which leaves emotional hunger; you must forbear; and accept. Sacrifices are necessary to achieve the ultimate end.
REVERSED
There is a need for initiation, progress and evolution. Control your anger, restrain impulses & cleanse, in order to strengthen your character. Proceed with caution, Hasty actions predispose failure. Begin with the difficult and work towards easy. There must initiation and evolution. |

The name Isa means "Ice". Which is considered as powerful a force as Fire. It embodies cold, barrenness, death and still peace. Isa is also known as the "I" RUNE - giving strength to the Ego. It does this by: guarding the ego from dissolution by holding the concentration firm and warding against stress; as well as providing mental grounding when you venture into life's unknowns
DIVINATION Stalemate, Inactivity, Blockage, Stagnation, Reflection, Potential Patience, Withdrawal, Rest, or Waiting. Conserve and Build. Shed the outdated and thaw will follow. Unlikllihood of Positive accomplishments. There will be sacrifice and Disagreements with close friends. Cooling of a relationship; Freeze, Halt, Impasse or Frustrations. If you have no control over the cause; Be patient, Spring follows Winter as Day follows night. You must Guard against Stealth and Treachery, Illusion, Deceit, Betrayal, Ambush, and Plots. Do not secumb to Entrapment and Seduction.
REVERSED
There is no reverse due to it's shape. |

The name Jera literally means "year". The shape of Jera shows The juxtiposition of opposites. As the Two Seasons of the Germanic Year. Summer (Fire) and Winter (Ice), which work upon each other continuously as interacting complements; much like the times of the waxing and waning Moon. It referrs to a complete Cycle, or "a period of a Year." It shows the natural development of spiritual understanding, of having patience and of awareness.
DIVINATION
Indicates to movie in harmony with your inner self and the world around you. It shows Change, Cycle Turning, Reward, Motion, Productivity; not of immediate gratification, but a delayed outcome. Usually One (1) Year. You should have Patience. regarding Fulfillment of plans. It can indicate harsh words that may end a friendship. Always shows the end of a cycle and beginning of a new one. It also shows the balancing scale of Justice. You will reap.what you sow, and you should not Judge others, or you will be judged. Combined with Isa, this signifies possible retribution for past misdeeds.
REVERSED
There is no reverse due to it's shape. |


Eihwaz stands for the Yew Tree. The most powerful in Magick, used for making power wands or other objects. It is associated with the Tree of Life. The Yew tree is also known as the "Tree of Death" and stands at the threshold between Life and Death It is said, the Yew Tree, "can trap the souls" of the unwary; and prevent their travel to the "otherworld".
DIVINATION Stands for Change, Initiation, Turning Point, Confrontation of Fears, and Transformation. Letting everything go, with the ability to achieve a desire through Tenacity. Delay can be beneficial even inconvenience and discomfort. It may help progress through Perseverance and Foresight. To Overcoming the Barriers you must be clear on what you see and believe in your expectations Although it shows Strength, Reliability, Dependability, Trustworthiness; there is a lack of imagination or initiative. This Rune relates to the Past. It could be news from an old friend or enemy. The Person is perhaps held back; by false nostalgia for the past, or the recurrance of an old problem, not properly concluded. It can also represent an Honest Man that can be relied upon. It also stands for the spiritual past, and the cyclical nature of life and Death. It can predict Death, but shows Death is not to be feared, since it is the evolution of the Soul.
REVERSED
There is no reverse due to it's shape. |

Perth is the RUNE of divination. To be used for all manner of divinations as well as for an understanding of the workings of Wyrd through the world. Perthro has also been interpreted as the grave-mound, which is closely bound in thought to the Well of Wyrd, as both contain the concealed treasures of the past.
DIVINATION
It's message is for Rebirth, Mystery, Magic, Divination, Fertility, Sensuality, Prophecy, New Beginnings. It can stand for a secret, a secret gift, secret love, or spiritual guide. Something is hidden.especially in your past history. Or; for the Destiny that is hidden from you. The message is that nothing external matters, except as it affects your inner self and that inner changes need to, take place. This rune can signal unexpected gifts, even abundance, Luxury, opulance, lavishness.or other material gains. Or possible benefit or help coming from mysterious person or source.
REVERSED
Fortells, Debauchery, Decadence, Excess, Superficiality, Drunkeness, Lasciviousness, Gluttony, Physical Pleasure or a secret from the past will be revealed which will cause harm. You should not focus on this past. You will suffer If you repeat the old. You need to learn from past mistakes ;and focus on new outcomes, but not expect to much. You may have "Bad Luck" but you need to plod along and get through it. |

Sowelu is named for the Sun, an active power which either shows itself as a whirling Ball of fire, or as a Thunderbolt. Sowelu stands for the invincible power of the will. Which is the ultimate power and triumph over all.
DIVINATION
Self-Realization. and Success in all things, Positive Energy, Increase, Power, Activity, Fertility, Health. Wholeness, Completeness. It Cautions not to withdraw from your efforts and pursuits. Because; what you're striving for is already within your grasp. That you should be strong; and with compassion, and you will succeed. But you need to take time to regenerate and sharpen your mind, to be less niave. Relationships may be complex, but accent on independence and originality. Not the mundane. The keynote it "go for it", when this Rune is with you all abides.
REVERSED
There is no reversed to this RUNE due to it's shape.
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The name Algiz is derived from the words for "elk", "swan" and stands for "protection". It refers to the spirit in earthly shape that is humanity; and is the Guardian of the gate between mankind and the Gods. It also controls the summoning of the Powers and acts for Warding off Evils, danger and negetive forces.
DIVINATION
It mainly serves for Protection, Assistance, Defense, Warning, Support, A Mentor.and Sanctuary to promote emotional stability and positive personal conduct. It as well shows a caing and protecting relationship. It helps you to observe and control your emotions and to see what is holding you back. Mainly; it is for Clensing and Warding off external evils, negetivity and bad influences, as well as helping controling the bad "vibes", internal Evils.
REVERSED
It cautions to consider and protect your health, avoid excesses, tone down expectations, be wary of new associations and conscious of those who would use you for their own purposes. Be cautious in all new endearver and do not take any financial risks. Take time for introspection and Clensing yourself of "weaknesses". |

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The Younger FUTHARK This alphabet is called after it's First Six letters: divided into Three sections: the First is FREY'S aett; the 2nd, HAGAL'S aett and the 3rd, TYR'S AETT |
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