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Runes

The runes are a system of magick and divination from the Teutonic Tribes, and is primarily associated with Norse traditions. Runes can be used for divination and for creating change through talismans and amulets.

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Laguz
Lagu
occult, sex, influence, movement

Reversed - illusions

Laguz is the lake, and in the reflection of the lake, we can scry and be open to psychic abilities and intuition. When drawn, Laguz tells us to listen to our intuition. When reversed, it says we are deceiving ourselves with illusions to see what we want, rather that what is.

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Mannaz
Mann
communication, cooperation, legal affairs

Reversed - no help from others, open enemies

Mann literally means "man", but in the sense of humanity, communication, and cooperation. Reversed, Mann indicates no help from others, or open enemies.

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Nauthiz
Neid
need, future, victory, opportunity, defence

No reverse meaning

Neid indicates a period of testing, where one is faced with difficult trials. The only advice Neid gives is to have patience, as all things will pass. No reverse meaning.

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Othila
Othel
Ethel
centering, grounding, invoking, values, family, kindalind

Reversed - financial problems

Othila is the ancestral lands, and in modern times has come to mean inheritance, posessions, and even inheriting gifts and talents as well and money and land. Reversed, it means financial problems with no help from family members.

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Perthro
Peorth
secret, discovery of the hidden, history

Reversed - unpleasant surprises

Peorth is the lot cup, the vessel in which runes or other oracles are held. Peorth holds the mystery of what was, is, and will be. Drawn, it indicates hidden things, secrets and the mystic. Reversed, it shows unpleasant surprises coming to light.

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Raido
Rad
defence, take control, journey, decisions

Reversed - journey of the soul, an unexpected or unwanted journey

Raido is the rotating wagon wheel, showing travel and movement, be it spiritual travel or physical journey. Reversed, it shows an unexpected or unwanted journey, again either physically or a journey of the soul.

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Sowulo
Sowelu
Sigel
healing, strength, centering, luck

No reverse meaning

Sowelu is the ray of the Sun. Two rays together look like the Sun wheel. It symbolizes power, victory, and success in any endeavor, and has no reversed meaning.

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Thurisaz
Thuriaz
Thorn
true will, matter of form, chaos, conflict

Reversed - unfortunate turn of events, powerlessness

Thorn is associated with protection and luck. Some link it woth protection from frost giants, mythic enemies of the gods of the Norse. Reversed, it denotes an unfortunate turn of events, and a feeling of powerlessness, particularly to the forces of chaos.

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Teiwaz
Tyr
justice, legal matters, dedication, bravery

Reversed - failure, justice

Teiwaz is named for Tyr, the God of justice. He lost his hand to subdue the Fenris wolf. This rune is about order, justice, self-sacrifice, and overcoming obstacles. Reversed, it is failure, injustice or a waste of your sacrifice.

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Uraz
Ur
strength, higher self, determination, health

Reversed - lost opportunity, failure, weakness, illness

The wild ox, rather than the tamed, is a symbol of strong will, health, vitality, and unbroken spirit. Ur donates all these qualities when chosen. Reversed, Ur is a failure, often in the body, denoting weakness or illness. Ur reversed can also be a lost opportunity due to lack of will or daring.

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Wunjo
Wyn
blessings, controlling will, success, fertility

Reversed - failure, unhappiness

Wyn is the rune of success and happiness. It is joy and pleasure from life. Drawn when things are going your way. Reversed, Wyn is the rune of failure and unhappiness, when forces seem to work against you.

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Wyrd
Odin
something you ought not know, a path you should not take, dangerous or hurtful knowledge

No reverse meaning

Some systems use a blank stone, Wyrd, to signify fate, but most traditional rune users dislike this addition to the twenty four classic symbols.

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Eoh
Ehwaz

change, movement, teamwork

Reversed - difficult or far journeys, unplanned changes

Eoh, the horse, symbolizes change, movement, and shifts. Sometimes it indicates a new home or new mindset. Horses often work in teams to pull larger sleds, so teamwork is also included in its meaning. Reversed, it indicates difficult or far journeys, or the planned changes are not fortuitous at this time.

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