If you’re interested in Norse tradition, legend, and lore, the odds are pretty good that at some point, you’ve encountered a Vegvisir. Also known as a Viking Compass or Norse Compass, it’s said to prevent the wearer from becoming lost, even in bad weather. But what’s the story behind Vegvisir? What do we know about…
Generosity and hospitality were very important to the Vikings, who understood that giving and receiving were equally important components in a relationship. Gebo is the Viking rune of gift giving, whether that means material goods or of your talents and service. Gebo’s form is balanced, stressing the importance of being generous and receiving generosity. To…
A favorite Viking rune of scholars and authors, Kenaz embodies the bright flame or torch. Symbolic of illumination and the desire to create, Kenaz is strongly associated with learning. The pursuit of knowledge can lead one away from the crowd onto their own path. Looking at the historical usage – detailed further below – we…
Raidho is the Viking rune that looks like the letter R. In fact, some researchers believe that Raidho’s shape was directly based on the Latin letter. Raidho means safe journey, as well as riding, as in riding a horse. Raidho is also associated with the journey toward being a better person, and is emblematic of…
Ansuz is one of the Viking runes associated with Odin. Ansuz is the rune for words & sounds, both of which Odin used to weave his magic. For this reason, Ansuz is strongly associated with inspiration, particularly inspiration that comes from a higher or divine force. Language, poetry and song are all associated with Ansuz….
Stereotypically, all DnD sessions are held in somebody’s parent’s basement. We know that’s not the case. One of the coolest things about role playing games in general is that you can play literally everywhere. Scientists in Antarctica have played DnD, and I’m sure it’s just a matter of time before we hear about the first…
Thurisaz is the Viking rune for thorn. It’s easy to see a thorn in this rune’s shape, such as the type a rose grows on its stems. Thorn hedges form powerful barriers that keep predatory animals and problematic people from bothering the village. For this reason, Thurisaz has strong overtones of protection. In some early…
Uruz is the Viking Rune said to be based on the shape of the aurochs, the ancient ancestor of all cattle. Powerful and stubborn in equal measure, these great bulls embody many of the characteristics associated with the Uruz rune: strength, determination, and freedom. Understanding Uruz: An Examination of the Rune Poems Multiple meanings have…
Fehu’s first meaning is cattle, and cattle meant wealth to the Vikings. Today, Fehu is strongly associated with wealth, prosperity and stewardship. Those aspects of our life that enrich us the most require diligent care and protection. Fehu also represents the vital life force that nurtures us all. The same energy that causes plants to…
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