Runic alphabets / Runes / Futhark Little is known about the origins of the Runic alphabet, which is traditionally known as futhark after the first six letters. In Old Norse the word rune means 'letter', 'text' or 'inscription'. The word also means 'mystery' or 'secret' in Old Germanic languages and runes had a important role in ritual and magic. Here are some theories about the origins of runes: The alphabet was probably created independently rather than evolving from another alphabet. The earliest known Runic inscriptions date from the 1st century AD, but the vast majority of Runic inscriptions date from the 11th century. Notable features The direction of writing in early Runic inscriptions is variable. Types of runic inscriptions include: 'Hrolf was here' type inscriptions on cliff walls, large rocks and buildings grave stone inscriptions, often with who carved the runes and who was buried, and also who made sure the stone was raised. There are a number of different Runic alphabets including: Elder Futhark Notes Links
Rune Meanings - The Elder Futhark I work with the "Elder Futhark", the runic alphabet which is a composite of the runic symbols most commonly used in northern Europe. The names of the runes of the Elder Futhark are speculative recreations of what linguists call "proto-Germanic", which stems from "proto-Indo-European". There are many versions of the runic alphabets. Each has variations in names, shapes, esoteric meanings and magical uses. One should not mix futharks, or the intent or meaning becomes confused. The runes are broken into three sections or groups of eight, called aett (aettir, plural). First the rune name is given, then its phonetic value, its symbolic image, and finally the esoteric meaning used in divination. Fehu(F: Domestic cattle, wealth.) Uruz: (U: Auroch, a wild ox.) Thurisaz: (TH: Thorn or a Giant.) Ansuz: (A: The As, ancestral god, i.e. Raidho: (R: Wagon or chariot.) Kenaz: (K: Beacon or torch.) Gebo: (G: Gift.) Wunjo: (W or V: Joy.) Hagalaz: (H: Hail.) Nauthiz: (N: Need.) Isa: (I: Ice.)
Runic magic In medieval sources, notably the Poetic Edda, the Sigrdrífumál mentions "victory runes" to be carved on a sword, "some on the grasp and some on the inlay, and name Tyr twice." In early modern and modern times, related folklore and superstition is recorded in the form of the Icelandic magical staves. In the early 20th century, Germanic mysticism coins new forms of "runic magic", some of which were continued or developed further by contemporary adherents of Germanic Neopaganism. Modern systems of runic divination are based on Hermeticism, classical Occultism, and the I Ching. Historical evidence[edit] Tacitus[edit] They attach the highest importance to the taking of auspices and casting lots. It is often debated whether "signs" refers specifically to runes or to other marks; both interpretations are plausible and Tacitus does not give enough detail for a definite decision to be made.[2] Epigraphy[edit] Medieval sources[edit] "Grass cures the scab / and runes the sword-cut" (137) Ralph Blum[edit]
A Few Words About Edred Thorsson... There are as many opinions about Edred Thorsson as there are readers of his books, and there are plenty of those. Rather than take up space in the reading list proper presenting these diverse and often conflicting viewpoints, I thought it best to banish the debate to it's own page. There is no doubt that Edred Thorsson is one of the most prolific and widely-read authors on the subject of the runes. Thorsson is one of the few authors you will find listed in both the academic and mystical sections of this bibliography - his academic books are written under his real name, Stephen E. My own personal opinion (for what it's worth) is that Thorsson's work is too heavily influenced by Eastern philosophies, ceremonial magic and the Armanan magicians (note that I have removed the offending 'N' word) to be of much use to anyone trying to reconstruct the ancient Norse Pagan traditions. But that's only my opinion.
Stephen Flowers Stephen Edred Flowers (born May 5, 1953), commonly known as Stephen E. Flowers, and also by the pen-names Edred Thorsson, and Darban-i-Den, is a former American professor, scholar, runologist, runosophist, goði[1][2] and proponent of occultism, Odianism, esoteric runosophy, Germanic mysticism, Asatru, and Mazdaism, being instrumental in the early establishment of the Germanic Neopagan movement in North America and has also been very active in Left-Hand Path occult organizations. He has over three dozen published books and hundreds of published papers and translations on a disparate range of subjects. Background[edit] The Bonham, Texas-born scholar was the only son of Betty Jane Eden, daughter of Edred Cosgrove Eden (1888-1945) who is said to belong to the same house as Lord Avon, Anthony Eden, and was a Mason and knight of the KKK. Returning to Dallas, Flowers attended the Bryan Adams High School (class of 1971 (September 1972-May 1973)). Work[edit] Controversy[edit] References[edit]
Norse code: project aims to decipher sound of old languages | Culture Vikings are well known for helmets, swords and longboats, and they must have made a racket when raiding settlements, but history does not quite record what they sounded like. The centuries cast a hush over their conversations, poems, songs and music. That may soon change because a pioneering research project aims to breathe life into the sounds of early medieval languages, including Old Norse and Early Irish. It’s important to say this is not a step towards a paywall We need more readers to register with us to help sustain our independent, quality journalism. Through doing so, you'll help ensure that our reporting remains freely available to everyone, and if we recognise you when you come back, we can improve your news experience too. Have a subscription? Sign In The Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, part of Birmingham City University, and the composer Edmund Hunt are to lead an effort to fuse music and historic linguistics to examine the sonic footprints of Vikings and Celts.
US Capitol riot: The myths behind the tattoos worn by 'QAnon shaman' Jake Angeli The defining image of the storming of the US Capitol on January 6 was undoubtedly that of a bare-chested man posing resplendent in a horned fur hat and face paint. Images of him in his weird costume have been shared across the globe — he seems to perfectly encapsulate the absurdity of the mob takeover of America's sacred seat of power. The individual in question has since been identified in the media as a far-right activist from Arizona by the name of Jacob Chansley (also known as Jake Angeli). He was quickly alleged to be an adherent of the QAnon conspiracy theory — though not before fake rumours spread that he was actually an antifa "plant". One thing that should make it very clear where Angeli's politics lie are his tattoos. Mjölnir is one symbol we can be pretty sure was used by the original adherents of the Norse belief system, perhaps to summon the protection of the god Thor. Above these tattoos with a central place in Norse mythology is one that is more contentious. Borrowed symbols
The 24 Elder Futhark Runes and Their Meanings | The Pagan Grimoire As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links from Amazon and other sites that we collect a share of sales from. You may learn more here. Ever since I was a kid, I was fascinated by runes. Below are the different meanings for each of the 24 runes. What Are Runes? Runes are an alphabet developed and used by the Germanic peoples. These days, we seem to primarily associate runes with the Norse and the Vikings, but they were used throughout Scandinavia as a way to convey ideas, messages, and perform magic or divination. The script evolved over the centuries, but from the Elder Futhark to the Medieval Futhark in 13th century, the style remained essentially the same. The Vikings used Younger Futhark, which has 16 letters. The Three Aetts of the Elder Futhark The 24 Elder Futhark Runes are sometimes arranged in three groups, known as ætts. Freyr and Freyja’s Aett The first eight runes of the Elder Futhark is ruled by Freyr and Freya’s (or Freyja).
24 Futhark Runes: its Meaning, Symbols & How to Use them What Are Runes? No, they are not just magic rocks or wooden chips with carved symbols used in fantasy movies and books. Although they do make pretty props, runes have been around since the Viking ages. Rune symbols were originally used as an alphabet for several Germanic languages before the Latin alphabet was introduced. The letters weren’t just found carved in rocks, but also in jewelry, weapons, animal bones, and wood. Their name originates from the Old Germanic “rūn”, meaning “secret” or “mystery”, and the Old Norse “rún” referring to the letters themselves that people thought contained magic. In this way, whoever used the runes was believed to be performing magic. Runic symbols have held a deep spiritual significance for Germanic and Norse people for thousands of years, and the first discovery of their usage was noted in Denmark around AD 150. What is the Elder Futhark? The Elder Futhark Runes are considered to be the oldest rune system. Rune Symbols and Their Meanings 1. Symbol: ᚠ 2. 3.
Elder Futhark Runes | Meanings | Origins & Symbolism | Evolution The Elder Futhark and the Younger Futhark are two ancient runic writing systems used by the Old Norse people in Northern Europe. Both systems consist of a series of symbols known as runes, which were used to represent sounds, words, and ideas. The Elder Futhark is the oldest of the two systems, and it was used in the early medieval period, from around the 2nd to around the 8th century AD. The Younger Futhark is a later development of the Elder Futhark, and it was used from around the 8th to the 12th centuries AD. Origins of the Elder Futhark The origins of the Elder Futhark are somewhat mysterious, but it is believed to have evolved from earlier runic systems used by the ancient Germans and Celts. The Anglo-Saxons in England used one such system, the Anglo-Saxon Futhorc, from around the 5th to 11th centuries. The Gothic runes represent another runic system. After the fall of the Western Roman Empire, the Goths established their own kingdom in what is now modern-day Italy. Freyja’s Aett