Runes, Magic and Religion: A Sourcebook

Studia medievalia Septentrionalia #10

by John McKinnell, Rudolf Simek, Klaus Düwel

The present source book offers a survey of all types of runic inscriptions with religious or magical connotations from the earliest periods to the late Middle Ages, from Rune on weapons and jewellery to runic gravestones and Christian runic amulets. It is intended as a scholarly answer against the common misconception of the supposedly dominant use of runes in magic. The present volume is structured in 15 units which enable its use as an aid to teaching without being excessively comprehensive.

Genres: Esoterica

224 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[Kitty Grimnirs · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very carefully reasoned and researched. Has an excellent index. Well written.