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Post by aribjorn on Oct 18, 2011 10:07:38 GMT -5
This is the Younger Futhark and is the basis of the Stav system. The following thread will use a single post for each of the sixteen Runes in the "Futhark" or runic alphabet
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Post by aribjorn on Oct 18, 2011 10:14:21 GMT -5
Fe - Means Animals (in particular, cattle). It can also mean gold. It symbolises riches, success but possibly of a portable or transient nature. The mythological association is with Frey who is the brother of Freya and son of Njord. The fylgia associated with this rune are the Stag, boar, hog and the tree is the Hazel. Fe is associated with the masculine aspect of the Karl principle. Old Norwegian Rune Rhyme: Money causes strife amongst kinsmen, the wolf grows up in the woods. Anglo-Saxon Rune Rhyme : Wealth is a comfort for all mankind, It must be shared by he who wishes, to cast his lot for judgement before the Lord.
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Post by aribjorn on Oct 18, 2011 10:16:12 GMT -5
Ur - Means Slag (from smelting ore) and it symbolises the primal primal forces of nature. It also suggests the processes of purification and refinement necessary to strength and perfection. The mythological association is with Vidar, the strong, silent son of Odin. The Fylgia is the Auroch (a now extinct species of large, wild ox). The significant Tree is the Pine and Ur is associated with the Herse principle. Old Norwegian Rune Rhyme: Slag is from bad iron, Oft runs the reindeer on the hard snow. Anglo-Saxon Rune Rhyme: The Aurochs is singleminded With horns rising high, A fierce horn-fighter Stamping his moors, a mighty being.
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Post by aribjorn on Oct 18, 2011 10:17:19 GMT -5
Thor - Means thunder, war or thorn and is symbolised as protection and the famous Thor's hammer. (Which rejoiced in the name Molinjor and in turn symbolised bolts of lightening). The mythological associations are with the stories about Thor, the son of Odin and protector of Aesgard. The fylgia is the goat (Thor had two of these to draw his chariot). The tree is the Rowan. Thor is associated with the Herse principle but is also the protector of Trels. Old Norwegian Rune Rhyme: Thurs causes the monthly sickness of women, few are (sexually) aroused at this time. Anglo-Saxon Rune Rhyme: The Thorn is very sharp, a harmful thing to take a grip on, terribly harsh for anyone who rests among them.
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Post by aribjorn on Oct 18, 2011 10:18:38 GMT -5
As - Means mouth as in that with which we speak and estuary, as in mouth of a river. As symbolises knowledge, wisdom and kingship. The mythological associations are with Odin, the all-father of the Aesir. He has numerous fylgia including the Raven, wolf, horse, serpent. The significant tree is the Ash. Odin represents the Konge principle. Old Norwegian Rune Rhyme: The mouth is the way of most journeys, But the sheath is that for swords. Anglo-Saxon Rune Rhymes: Mouth: The mouth is the origin of every speech, The holder of wisdom, comfort of the wise and hope to all who are noble. Spear: The ash reigns high, dear to men In a firm position, It well holds its place, Though many foes come to fight it.
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Post by aribjorn on Oct 18, 2011 10:33:24 GMT -5
Rei - Means wheel, road or ride. It symbolises the wild hunt and the process of death and transformation. The mythological association is with Hel, the daugher of Loki and queen of the underworld. She is traditionally depicted as half alive and half dead. The fylgia is the red rooster and the significant tree is the Elder. Rei is associated with the Trel principle. Old Norwegian Rune Rhyme: Riding, it is said, is worst for horses, Regin forged the best sword. Anglo-Saxon Rune Rhyme: Riding, for a hero within The hall is soft, More strenuous When sitting on a great horse Journeying the long-mile roads.
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Post by aribjorn on Oct 18, 2011 10:35:35 GMT -5
Kreft - Means canker or cancer. It symbolises malignancy, fire, deviousness and evil. The mythological association is with Loki, blood brother of Odin but rarely a true friend of the Aesir. The fylgia is a dragon. The significant tree is the Spruce. Kreft is associated with the Trel principle. Old Norwegian Rune Rhyme: Canker is the curse of children, Evil makes a man pale (as in death). Anglo-Saxon Rune Rhyme: The flaming brand, familiar to the living enflamed, blinds with brilliance, burning most often where the high ones are at ease.
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Post by aribjorn on Oct 18, 2011 22:45:40 GMT -5
Hagl - Means hailstones. It symbolises the Rainbow between heaven and earth, also the unexpected and sudden transformation. The mythological association is with Heimdal, son of Odin and watchman of the Aesir. The fylgia is the Ram or Otter and the significant tree is the Beech. Hagl is associated with the Jarl principle. Old Norwegian Rune Rhyme: Hail is the coldest of grains, Christ formed the world in ancient times. Anglo-Saxon Rune Rhyme: Hail is the whitest grain It whirls from aloft, sent by the Force of the wind Becoming water in its turn.
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Post by kaelln on Oct 22, 2012 10:27:10 GMT -5
Hey Aribjorn, headsup, you have accidentally put the Tyr rune as the photo for the explanation for the Thorn rune
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Post by aribjorn on Oct 22, 2012 14:06:44 GMT -5
OOps! Hey thanks man I will change that when I get a chance! See I told you I needed you around!
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