What are runes?
The word Rune means ‘mystery’ or ‘secret knowledge’.
Runes are small, flat-pebble shaped stones or pieces of wood, crystal or glass.
A rune set contains 24 or 25 runes.
This is because some sets contain a blank stone (the Wyrd) and some don’t. 24 runes will each have a different inscription – from the runic alphabet, which is where the set gets its’ name.
The runic alphabet
Called the ‘futhark’.
It has 24 letters, begins with ‘F’ and ends with ‘O’.
What are they used for?
Runes are used for divination.
You ask the runes a question and then, without seeing what you are choosing, select the runes from a bag.
The reader then lays them out and passes on to you what the runes are advising.
Each runic inscription, has a meaning.
Rune readings work on the premise that they can show you what may happen if you continue on the current path. However, we all have freedom of choice and it is up to you whether you stay on that path or choose another route.
The future is not set in stone and we are continually faced with a number of ‘crossroads’ at which we have to pause and choose our direction.
How can I get some?
Runes are now easily available. You can get them online or from any ‘new age’ shop in your area.
Or you can make your own. We will show you how to do this in another topic.
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