Runes - meaning, description and their interpretation with photos

List of runes

(for complete information about the meaning of the rune, click on its photo)

Making talismans with runic staves

Once you have made and activated your personal rune set, you will be ready to directly work with runes. The time will come to learn how to use rune staves - combinations of symbols that have a certain meaning.

Important points:

1. When composing your sentence, consider the meaning of each symbol. The properties of runes should not conflict, but, on the contrary, complement and enhance each other’s effects
2. After making the amulet, during the process of activating it, do not forget to clearly indicate the specific period of its validity. After the goal is achieved, the talisman must be buried in the ground or burned, mentally thanking for what has been accomplished
3. When using amulets and talismans with runes, mentally visualize images of what you want to achieve. Ask the Norse gods for help

Watch a video on how to use runes:

Important: studying the pagan traditions and mythology of the Scandinavian peoples can help in working with runic staves, but this is not necessary.

What are runes: their meaning and description

A rune is a sign usually consisting of straight lines intersecting at different angles. The angular shape of the runes was needed because the signs were carved on wood and stone - it was awkward to use round signs.

Runic signs are considered perfectly suitable for various fortune-telling practices:

• help answer any questions that interest a person, both urgent and global;
• they are simply remembered and fit into a single system, because there is a runic alphabet;
• They help not only to figure out the future, but also to analyze the truth, in order to then choose the right direction.

We will look at the interpretation of the runes and their meaning in subsequent sections.

Activation

In order for the magic of runes to enter your life and begin to exert its influence, they must be activated. Without activation, no magical effect will occur.

First of all, you must activate them in your consciousness. How to do it:

• Carefully study the properties and meanings of each symbol. You must feel the features of ancient signs and understand their deep meaning
• The time allotted for preliminary study of runes is one, three or nine days
• It is necessary to devote time to runic meditation. To do this, print or draw images of runes on paper. Think about them periodically, look for associations that arise when contemplating each sign
• The activation process is considered complete when you feel that you have realized the meaning of each sign and have deeply penetrated the meaning and significance of the ancient symbols

After you have worked through each symbol, the main work with runes begins. It is advisable to buy or make runes that you will later use for fortune telling.

Important: a self-made set of runes will be charged with your personal energy, therefore it is considered more effective than the one you purchased for money in an esoteric shop.

List of old runes and their images

Let's talk about the meaning of runic signs. You will be able to study the description of old signs, which in the future will help you choose one suitable for fortune-telling rituals and spiritual practices.

Fundamentally: each of the runes can be viewed in an upright or inverted position. With all this, the decoding of the runes will vary. If the rune looks identical and upside down, the meaning remains the same.

Runa Evaz

Rune Evaz in the upright position looks like this:

The personification of progress, change, movement. Charged with the energy of Mercury. What is it used for:

• in a state of stagnation, degradation, when the situation needs to be “stirred up”
• when it is planned to change the permanent place of residence or categorical changes in life are coming

The interpretation of the rune when it is in an inverted position is slightly different:

• regression, some lethargy, but perceived in a positive way - it could be rest, vacation
• obstacles and missed opportunities

Thus, any photos of runes and images receive a negative meaning if they are turned upside down.

Rune Otal

Let's look at the meaning of the rune given to us, here is its photo:

In straight position:

• finishing things that are no longer relevant
• purchasing something new or necessary

Moreover, these two actions are interconnected - first there is liberation from the unnecessary, then the acquisition of new, useful things.

Inverted:

• losses and losses, destruction and inaction
• disappointment from very rapid progress

A rune in this position leaves a person weak, alone with all financial problems.

Rune Uruz

It looks like this:

Interpretation of the Uruz rune, meaning and description in the upright position:

• in unexpected situations, when you need to quickly make a decision and find a way out, it provides the necessary energy
• gives strength in difficult financial situations
• rune of masculinity, fortitude and vital energy

In an inverted position, the interpretation of the rune will be exchanged for a negative one. Reversed Uruz means:

• missed abilities - fate sends you chances, but you don’t take advantage of them
• weak willpower or lack of motivation needed to solve certain problems
• lack of current energy, which threatens serious illness

Rune Gebo

The old Gebo rune looks like this:

It looks identical both upright and upside down, so its meaning is constant:

• rune of partnership, friendship, taking into account mutual interests, this is why common goals are achieved
• rune of harmony in love, friendly, family relationships

Literally this rune is translated as “gift”. In the context of relationships, this means the ability to give and receive, so any partnership, be it love or friendship, develops harmoniously.

Rune Hagall

The Hagall rune looks like this:

It is under the influence of Uranus and Mars, therefore it has the following meaning:

• foreshadows the coming of some destructive natural action;
• rune of destruction and limitations.

Controlled spontaneously by elemental energy, unpredictable and scary.

Rune Algiz

The photo of the Algiz rune looks like this:

The meaning of the rune given to us is very favorable:

• protects human energy from harm coming from outside;
• the rune is controlling, helps to behave correctly in all current situations;
• rune of friendship, attracts people devoted to you into life

In an inverted position, the meaning of the rune changes slightly:

• denotes a lack of flexibility, which leads to dilemmas in relationships with others
• makes a person vulnerable to evil tongues

Rune Raido

The Raido rune looks like a sign of the road, travel, as follows:

The meaning of the Raido rune is as follows:

• rune of travel, long roads, but not painful ones, but those that bring pleasure
• rune of unification, harmony, helps in business, friendship, love to maintain balance and a unified system of what is happening
• creates a suitable atmosphere for purchase or sale

Inverted:

• rune of unexpected and unexpected events that are unpleasant and unfavorable to you
• rune of partings, breaks in friendly and love relationships
• a trip that turned out to be necessary for the opposite reason: for example, you will have to move to another city to care for a seriously ill relative

Rune of Berkana

Image:

Berkana meaning:

• has the strong energy of Venus
• rune of fertility, birth of something new, good health
• to achieve awareness, enlightenment, revival of thoughts
• helps you find your space and purpose in life

Upside down:

• difficulties that appear on the path to personal growth
• difficulties with health and well-being
• family troubles

Runa Teyvaz

Image:

The meaning of the Teyvaz rune:

• the rune under the auspices of Mars is warlike, filled with the energy of struggle
• rune of activity in work and love
• forms a strong character, strong will
• active role in personal relationships

Inverted:

• lack of energy or loss of energy
• fading enthusiasm for life, powerlessness, the state of “I don’t want anything”
• disagreements and misunderstandings in personal relationships, fading passion and love

Runa Mannaz

Image:

Mannaz means the following:

• display of a person’s energy
• rune of mutual assistance, helps to get valuable advice in a suitable, critical situation
• rune suitable for resolving problems
• Inverted:
• disagreements with one's self
• self-destructive acts aimed at harming oneself

We looked at the most popular runes and their meaning in paintings. There are even more runic signs in total (144) - the article presents the most popular ones.

The meaning of the inverted Algiz rune

Algiz in an inverted position is a warning about the need to keep your own emotions under control, because only thoughtful actions and balanced words are your only defense at the moment. If you are in an incomprehensible and confusing situation that causes irritation and a struggle of internal contradictions, the fall of the reverse Algiz rune encourages you not to hide from problems, but to figure out why they appeared in the first place.

Think about the phrase “Heaven denies only the superfluous” - it is the motto and main meaning of the inverted Algiz rune. Perhaps you are trying to achieve a goal that you do not need at all? Every person in this world is always given only what he really needs, and insurmountable difficulties encountered along the way are an attempt to hold him back and make him think about the question: “Stop, think, have you gone there?” The reverse position of the Algiz rune indicates that you have been captured by illusions or have become a victim of deception, at some point you took a wrong turn, or are trying to take something that will never be useful to you.

However, sometimes the reverse position of Algiz may mean that the outcome of the case will still turn out in your favor.

• Fehu - inverted Algiz: The combination of symbols says that you can expect material benefits after you deal with the existing difficulties

What does the Algiz rune mean in fortune telling for work and business?

Direct Algiz in career scenarios speaks of creative work, a surge of energy, a desire to learn and learn something new. It can symbolize the beginning of a new project, a breakthrough in a matter that seemed hopeless, favorable prospects, as well as the opportunity to successfully complete some courses or obtain a higher education.

To clarify the prediction, you can take into account what the Algiz rune means in combination with other runes.

• Fehu - Algiz: This combination symbolizes good luck in business projects
• Laguz - Algiz: The combination promises good luck in studies
• Evaz - Algiz: These two runes indicate a successful and productive business trip or work away from home

The reverse position of the rune in job predictions can be interpreted as a warning that the questioner is making too high demands and will not be able to succeed in the business that interests him. If a question was asked about a business proposal, the inverted Algiz strongly advises refusing it, even if the deal seems very tempting.

• Reverse Vunyo - inverted Algiz: It is worth postponing important matters until later
• Raido - reversed Algiz: You shouldn’t expect help from the one you were counting on

What does the Algiz rune mean in fortune telling for love and relationships?

The direct position of the rune when analyzing love issues is a very favorable sign, indicating a sincere, warm relationship that has developed between two people, when partners feel mutual support and are not only lovers, but also true friends. The meaning of the Algiz rune in fortune telling about relationships is always a favorable outcome, a truce, complete harmony, strong feelings.

• Inguz - Algiz: Wedding
• Eyvaz - Algiz: Complete victory over a rival or opponent

The meaning of the Algiz rune in love, when its reverse position appears, on the contrary, strongly advises you not to get close to the person you are thinking about, since this connection does not bode well. Most likely, the partner has his own selfish interest in the relationship with you, or thinks exclusively about his desires, and not about your needs.

• Uruz - Algiz: The combination suggests that your loved one will persistently impose his opinion on you
• Ansuz - Algiz: The combination indicates that you have fallen under the influence of your partner, forgetting about yourself

What does Algiz mean when divining health?

The direct position of the rune indicates the body’s protection from diseases, strong immunity, and the absence of any serious problems in this area. But the inverted position, on the contrary, advises you to pay attention to your well-being. Perhaps you already have hidden symptoms that you did not pay attention to, or did not start treatment in a timely manner. Listen to your body, it will definitely give you a hint!

How is Algiz used in magic?

The meaning of the Algiz rune in magic is closely related to protection of any kind. The patron of this rune is the guardian god Heimdall, who reacts sensitively to even the slightest breeze. It is not surprising that in magical practice Algiz is used to develop clairvoyance, open an energy channel with higher powers and obtain powerful protection from the actions of ill-wishers. Working with this rune, magicians get rid of negative influences and stress, and also begin to correctly use the energy of the Universe in their work.

What is an amulet with the Algiz rune suitable for?

The Scandinavian rune Algiz as an amulet will protect you from any kind of negative influences: the machinations of ill-wishers, the evil eye, damage. It will help you find the strength to respond to any challenge, strengthen your spirit in stressful situations, and make you invulnerable to difficulties. The rune works on three levels at once: on the physical - it protects you from everyday troubles and accidents, on the emotional - it adds determination and allows you to keep control over your feelings, on the spiritual - it protects your aura from any external negativity. To use a rune as an amulet, you need to put its image on a piece of jewelry made of natural stone or metal, or on an object that you never part with.

Is it possible to get a tattoo with the Algiz rune?

It would seem that a tattoo with the Algiz rune should work as a protective talisman, but experts in runic magic do not recommend getting it for those who have never seriously tried to work with runes. It is important to remember that all ancient magical symbols carry very strong energy that has a direct impact on a person’s life. The meaning of the Algiz rune on a person’s body will change depending on the angle from which he and the people around him will look at it. Algiz has not only a direct, but also an inverted meaning, which can no longer be called positive. Now imagine how many times the symbol will turn over if you apply it, for example, to your hand? And every time a person sees such a talisman in the reverse position, his life will be influenced by the inverted meaning of the rune.

Rune of the day Algiz

The direct rune of the day Algiz claims that today pleasant opportunities will open up for you. You will see new perspectives, feel creative inspiration, or realize that a stagnant business has finally moved forward. The reverse position of the symbol advises caution: before doing anything, you need to think very carefully, because, despite the fact that the Higher powers protect you, risky adventures can do a disservice.

Algiz rune advice

Listen to your intuition, hear your inner voice, because only it can tell you what to do. If you feel inner harmony, you will become closer to the Universe, which means the Higher powers will always be on your side. The rune advises you to trust your premonitions, because your subconscious always knows what exactly needs to be done.