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potential for prophecies, revelations, or other messages from your allies in the Otherworld.
this rune can sometimes indicate advice coming from an older, wiser person.
Ansuz reminds us that the divine presence is always within and around us, no matter what difficulties we may be facing.
Magical Uses: Wisdom, discernment in a complex situation, enhance magical workings, success in dialogue or public speaking, success in examinations, inspiration, divine communication
Raidho
Raidho is the rune of travel, representing both the physical wheel of a wagon, which for so long was the only “vehicle” for traveling in Northern Europe. This rune indicates that you are setting off (or will soon set off) on a journey,
In reverse, Raidho warns of problems along your journey. This may be in the form of physical breakdowns, delays, or other problems with transit, plans that go awry, or other unpleasant circumstances encountered along the way.
Raidho reversed may also signify stagnation on the emotional or spiritual levels—on
related interpretation of Raidho is “reunion”—specifically, the return of old friends in your life or even the arrival of new people with whom you made a soul agreement before incarnating into this life.
Finally, sometimes Raidho is simply a reminder to align yourself with the “wheel of life” (or in Wiccan terms, the Wheel of the Year).
Magical Uses: Safe travels, navigating inner journeys, maintaining equanimity in challenging situations, justice in disputes
Kenaz
Kenaz stands for the fire brand, or torch, which people used to heat and illuminate their dwellings, and carried from place to place to light their way.
On a metaphysical level, this is also the light of knowledge and enlightenment.
Drawing this rune indicates that you are or will be experiencing a breakthrough in some area of your life that has...
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Reversed, Kenaz indicates that you are feeling left out in the cold or in the dark in some way.
Often something is ending—a relationship, a career, or some other enterprise.
Do not cling to the old circumstances.
Kenaz also denotes the fire of creative action and artistry. This is a good time to begin creative projects.
In a reading centered on romantic situations, Kenaz points to a new relationship beginning, while Kenaz reversed signifies a parting of ways.
Magical Uses: Creativity, inspiration, healing, love, balanced relationships, adds power to runic talismans
Gebo
Gebo is the rune of gifts and generosity. Primarily, it signifies an exchange between people that necessarily results in a connection between the giver and receiver. Drawing Gebo often indicates that you are receiving a gift, which may be material in nature or something intangible, such as emotional support.
Depending on the context of the reading, Gebo may be advising you to accept wholeheartedly with gratitude, or to be wary of the motivations behind the gift.
Gebo can also refer to gifts from the higher realms, particularly in the context of skills and talents.
Magical Uses: Love, sex, harmonious relationships of all kinds, connect with divine energies, boost magical energy and ability
Wunjo
A very positive rune, Wunjo literally translates to “joy,” and indicates all manner of happiness and well-being.
Constantly focusing on the negative will ultimately bring further negative circumstances—via the Law of Attraction—whereas the practice of recognizing what is going well will not only bring you more well-being, but also means you are feeling satisfied and at peace with your life more of the time. If you have been feeling down, discouraged or irritable, Wunjo may be asking you to adjust your view and focus on what brings you joy.
Wunjo reversed signifies an unhappy time, where things are not going the way you want due to conflict or unexpected problems.
Avoid making important decisions now, as you are not in a good frame of mind to choose the best course, or to even be aware of all of your options.
Wunjo is considered a good sign when it comes to business and prosperity, as well as the rewards of following your ambition in general.
Wunjo reversed in this context warns that now is not a good time for new projects,
Magical Uses:
General well-being, fulfillment, success, raise vibrational frequency, harmonious relationships of all kinds, powerful in bind runes
Hagal’s Aett
Hagalaz
The first rune of Hagal’s Aett translates to “hail,” and points to the fact that we cannot always control our circumstances.
You cannot control or “fix” this interference—in other words, resistance is futile.
You may be being forced into taking a new approach, which will become clear with patience and perseverance, as well as an ability to analyze your
If your reading is about a new project or endeavor, you may not want to start just yet.
Hagalaz can signify a significant change that may be rocky at first, but ultimately the transformation that results from this experience will leave you better off.
Magical Uses: Protection, luck, quick transformations, success in navigating difficult situations, break unhealthy patterns
Nauthiz
Nauthiz signifies hardship in the form of one’s needs not being met, whether this indicates poverty, hunger, unemployment, lack of good health, or lack of emotional support. The rune stave represents the “need-fire,” a ritual
The Anglo-Saxon rune poem describes Nauthiz as “a tight band across the chest,” which is often how need and restriction feel.
The advice of this rune is to treat this situation as a period of learning and an opportunity to strengthen your resilience.
Nauthiz may be warning you to avoid greed or unhealthy desire, which can lead to destructive behaviors and negative consequences.
You are likely simply not at the right place or time for moving forward. Patience is the best strategy.
Magical Uses: Protection, maintaining equanimity in difficult circumstances, activates magical workings focused on attraction or increase
