Runes are an alphabetic script used by the people of
Northern Europe from the first century until well into the
Middle Ages. In addition to their use as a written alphabet,
the runes also served as a system of symbols used for magic
and divination. The Roman alphabets became the preferred
script of most of Europe, but the Runes forms and meaning
were preserved in inscriptions and manuscripts. Today, runes
are very popular as a means of divination.
Learning the Runes:
The first step in learning to read the runes, is to get to know them. As
with tarot cards, you should take one rune each day and meditate on it.
You can do word association, visualization, physical connection with the
rune, etc.
You should always keep a record of your rune readings. Record which
runes are face up, which ones are face down, what you think each rune
meant in the context of your reading, and what your general impressions
were. Even if a reading makes no sense to you when you do it, the
meaning may become more clear to you later on and you'll begin to pay
closer attention to your instincts.
READINGS:
There are many different ways to read the runes. Since there is no
reliable historical descriptions of runic divination, virtually any method
you choose would be considered "the right way". You should choose
what works for you. Runes can be "thrown", "cast", or "scattered", or
they can be used in a tarot like pattern. Many books give an upright and
inverted (positive & negative) meaning. Depending on how you choose
to read your stones will determine how you will interpret them. For
instance, if you "cast" the stones, some may land sideways. So if
"casting" stones, I would decide which way I would interpret them.
You can even devise your own spread. You need to feel comfortable
with the method you choose. I would advise you though, to be
consistent in your method. For instance, if you decide you will do the
Consultation of Three Runes, you need to decide if you will read the
stones in a "positive" manner only or will you read them as they are,
"upright" or "inverted"? By being consistent in your method, you will
obtain a greater understanding in your readings. The following are some
types of readings you may like to try.
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CONSULTATION OF ODIN
This method is designed to give a quick, concise answer to a specific
question. It can also be used as a subject for daily meditation, or, as an
overview of your day.
Concentrate on a specific question. Reach in and take one tile out of the
pouch and interpret it's meaning. You may receive an obvious yer or no
answer or a more conditional response. If the interpretation makes no
sense to you at all, rephrase the question and pick another stone, or you
might try again later.
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CONSULTATION OF THREE RUNES
Pick three runes out of the pouch, one at a time, and place them from
right to left.
The first rune represents your present situation.
The second rune represents the attitude to be taken.
The third rune represents the direct consequence derived from your
attitude.
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THE ROMAN METHOD
Lay out a white cloth. Take all the runes in your hand, concentrate on
your question, and then "cast" them. Without looking at the runes, pick
three at random (one at a time). Lay them out from right to left,
The first rune represents those events in the past which affect the
current situation.
The second rune represents the present situation, which frequently
refers to a choice to be made.
The third rune represents the end result if the current situation remains
unchanged.
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THE RUNIC CROSS
Pick six runes from the pouch, one at a time, and place them
*Rune # 1 represents your past
*Rune # 2 represents your present situation
*Rune # 3 represents the future
*Rune # 4 reveals the heart of the problem
*Rune # 5 is the challenge
*Rune # 6 shows the positive results after the
challenge is overcome
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