Elder Futhark 9-16

Hagalaz, Nauthiz, Isa, Jera, Eihwaz, Perthro, Elhaz, Sowelu 

 

   Hagalaz is a rune of elemental disruption, of events totally beyond your control, Hagalaz has only an upright position, and yet it always operates through reversal. Expect disruption of your plans as this rune is the great Awakener, although the form it takes may vary. There is nothing trivial about this rune. The more severe the disruption in your life, the more significant and timely your transformation will be. The term ‘radical discontinuity�?best describes the power of this rune.

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   Nauthiz [upright] this rune gives notice that the need for restraint is unquestionable. The necessity of dealing with severe constraint is its lesson, deprivation , want, and adversity provide the limitations upon the runester.

[reversed] a cleansing is required here. Nauthiz is the teacher disguised as the bringer of pain and limitation; however it also teaches survival, determination, and endurance.

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   Isa is that which impedes, bringing all to a standstill. Positive accomplishment is unlikely now, there is a freeze on useful activity, and all plans are on hold. Seek to discover what it is holding you that keeps this condition in effect and then let go. Shed, release, cleanse away the old, this will bring a return to the flow of life. Usually Isa requires a sacrifice of the personal, and yet there is no reason for anxiety. Submit and be still. 

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Jera there is no upright or reversed for Jera. It is a rune of beneficial outcomes, it encourages you to keep your spirits up. Be aware, however, that no quick results can be expected. A span of time is always involved; hence the words ‘one year�? symbolizing a full circle of time before the harvesting of plans or deliverance.

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   Eihwaz  defensive and aversive powers are in effect. Patience is counseled, there appears to be blockage in your path, but even a delay may prove beneficial. Perseverance and foresight are called for here, use the ability to foresee consequences before you act. Averts anticipated difficulties through right action.

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   Perthro [upright] a mystery rune that points to that which is beyond our frail manipulative powers. Its ways are secret and hidden. Deep inner transformational forces come in to play. This is a rune of questing, signifying an intense aspect of initiation which seeks the deepest stratum of being. On an earthly plane there may be surprises, unexpected gains happen.

[reversed] counsels against expecting too much. Marshal your scattered energies and concentrate on your own requirements. Do not focus on outcomes, or to bind yourself to past achievements.

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   Elhaz [upright] new opportunities and challenges come with this rune, but so do unwanted influences and trespasses. During times of transition, shifts in life course and accelerated self-change, it is important not to collapse yourself into blindness. Remain mindful that timely action and correct conduct are the only true protection

[reversed] care for your health and look carefully at all associations you form. Beware false friends. Temperance and forethought are the sinews of this runes protective power.

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   Sowelu is a rune of great power, making life forces available to you. Sowelu marks a time for recharging and regeneration right down on the cellular level. You may actually experience power surges, for the energies involved are rather dramatic. Although the rune has no reversal, there is reason for caution as such power can scorch and sear the soul . Within this rune lie elemental forces, cleansing fire, and the uncanny ability to become your own personal myth.

 

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